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Philip A. Gelt, 85, a resident of Albuquerque for over 30 years died Saturday, April 5, 2008. He is survived by his sons, Thomas Ven der Gelt, PhD of Germany and Andrew L. Gelt, PhD of Hollywood, FL. He was preceded in death by his wife of 43 years, Martha, who died in 1990. Mr. Gelt was an Electronics Technician in the US Navy during WWII, 7th Fleet boxing champion in the navy, amateur radio examiner, retired Electrical Engineer for 33 years at Sandia Lab, licensed private pilot, and a gifted musician and composer. Early in his life, he conducted several bands including his own band that included his two sons and wife as members. His greatest gift to his family and friends was his love of music. Following his retirement from Sandia, Philip performed hundreds of concerts at numerous Senior Centers and Nursing Homes in Albuquerque. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Friday, April 11, 2008, 9:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 1860 Griegos NW. Interment of cremated remains will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery on Friday, April 11, 2008, 2:00 p.m. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333 www.frenchmortuary.com
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