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Felton M Humphreys Cdr.(Ret.) USN, 78, of Albuquerque, passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2009, after an extended illness. Felton was born on September 21, 1930 in Mesquite, TX to Felton and Annie Lois Humphreys. He is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Marianne Jane Humphreys; brother to Charles Henry "Skip" Humphreys and his wife, Alice of Gilmer, TX; his daughters, Dana Casey, her children Shannon and George Casey III and her granddaughter, Arianna; Deni Neel and her daughter, Devra; Darcy Babb, her husband, Steve and daughters, Annalisa and Allison; and Deidre Stebleton, her husband, Matt and children, Brady and Shelby. After graduating from Mesquite High School, Felton attended Texas Tech University. In 1950, he enlisted in the United States Navy where he proudly served his country until retirement. His highly decorated career as a Naval Aviator included several tours of Vietnam, last of which was Commanding Officer of Squadron VA-25 flying A-7 Corsairs off the USS Ranger. Four years of his 27 year career were spent as an A-4 test and acceptance pilot for the USN. He retired in 1977 as Executive Officer of the Naval Weapons Evaluation Facility at Kirtland Air Force Base. After retirement, Felton graduated cum laude from the University of New Mexico with a Bachelors Degree in Economics and pursued post-graduate work. Felton was a generous, strong man and a hero to his family. His wisdom and honor will be deeply missed. God will take care of him on his glory flight. Memorial services will be held on Thursday, August 27, 2009, 12:00 noon, at St. John's United Methodist Church, 2626 Arizona NE. Interment will take place in Dallas, TX. Please visit our online guestbook for Felton at RememberTheirStory.com French 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE (505) 275-3500
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