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Dr. William "Bill" Runge, 89, a resident of Albuquerque since 1940, passed away Sunday, November 2, 2003 at Albuquerque Care Center. He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Bernice, on February 10, 1995. He is survived by is daughter and son-in-law, Judy and Bob Geilenfeldt; son, Robert Runge; sister, Laura June Keithly; sister-in-law, Arlene Wardlow; brother-in-law, Myron Schultz; grandson and granddaughter-in-law, Paul and Susie Geilenfeldt; and granddaughter, Julene Geilenfeldt. Bill was a respected educator having taught at Albuquerque High School 1940-1946 and at UNM-College of Education 1946-1980. He also recognized the need for "job training" in New Mexico and initiated the first funds for "The TVI" 1976-1986. He was a member of NM Vocational Association, Phi Delta Honorary, Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity, Elks Lodge, and Association of Retired Educators. After retirement he enjoyed family, friends and travel. A memorial service to Celebrate his beautiful life will be held Thursday, 11:00 a.m., at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum Chapel, at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul NE. In lieu of flowers, our family requests contributions to, Chester C. Travelstead Professor Endowment for Teacher Education, c/o University of New Mexico, College of Education, MSC 07 4260, 1 University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM 87131. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
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