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Local Albuquerque newscaster and radio personality for 40 years, Gordon E. Sanders died today of an extended illness. Gordon was the news director at KOB-TV from 1971-1979 and Editorialist at KGGM for several years. He ran for Mayor of Albuquerque in both 1981 and 1985. He was the Director of the Albuquerque Film Commission from 1985 to 1989. Mr. Sanders also hosted his own talk show on KZIA Radio for several years. He had been retired since 1994. Gordon Sanders was a man of many talents and interests. He authored a book on the famous Taos artist Oscar Burninghaus. He was an internationally recognized Wine Connoisseur, a stunt pilot and once was a celebrity chef at the Baron of Beef Restaurant in Old Town. Gordon's strong opinions touched the lives of many people who heard him. He was awarded Associated Press"Man of the Year" during the height of his broadcasting career. Gordon was a WWII vet and fought in nine major battles in the South Pacific. Gordon joins Barbara, his wife and professional partner of 25 years in death. He is survived by daughter Penny Sanders of Phoenix, AZ; son, Christopher Sanders of Medford, Oregon; step-sons, Richard and Clayton Rhys Wetherill; brothers, Jim and Calvin Sanders; sister, Sue Sanders; mother, Augusta Sanders. A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, December 1, at 4:00 p.m. at St. Marks-On-The-Mesa Episcopal Church. In lieu of cards and flowers contributions can be sent to the American Cancer Society. Sunrise Society is servicing the family of Mr. Sanders (891-8200)
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