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Gene J. Lassman passed away peacefully May 12, 2008 in Albuquerque, New Mexico at the age of 85. He was surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years Shirley. They shared their lives with three wonderful daughters, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and longtime friends. Gene was born in Chanute, KS. He served his country in the Army during WWII. He had a very successful career as the owner/operator of Foster Freeze restaurants in Santa Barbara, CA. He retired to Bend, OR and later moved to Tijeras, NM to be near family. He and Shirley traveled many happy miles in their motor home, visiting family and friends. He loved golf, gardening, fixing anything and eating ice cream. He will be loved forever and live on in many hearts. There will be a private family gathering celebrating his life. Donations can be made in his memory to Alzheimer's Association, 252 N. Michigan Ave., FL.17, Chicago, Ill. 60601-7633 or at www.alz.org French Mortuary, Inc. 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500 www.frenchmortuary.com
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