 MODROW, HAROLD E. II Harold (Hal) Modrow peacefully left this earth on February 2, 2015 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on August 16, 1926 in Springfield, IL to Harold E. Sr. and Thelma Modrow. He joined the Army during World War II, attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant. After the war, Hal met the love of his life, Dorothy at Northwestern Univ and were married on July 22, 1950. They loved to travel and after retirement spent most of their time traveling in their motor home, especially with the Ballut Abyud Nomads. Hal was a fifty-year member of the Masons, Scottish Rite, and a proud member of Ballut Abyud Shrine Temple. Hal was most proud of his family who loved and adored him. He leaves behind his three children, Mary S. Modrow of Albuquerque, Harold (Harry) E. Modrow III (wife Patricia) of Walkersville, MD, and Jean A. Groepler (husband Jim) of Lilesville, NC. He is also survived by three adoring grandchildren, Eric J. Modrow (wife Erin) of Ashburn, VA, Katherine P. Modrow and James L. Groepler; and two wonderful great-granddaughters, Natalie & Amanda Modrow. Hal was preceded in death by Dorothy and missed her every day. A celebration of Hal's life will be held at 1:00 on Friday, February 8, 2015 at Riverside Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo Blvd NE, Albuquerque. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ballut Abyud Temple Perpetual Trust Fund. Please visit Hal's online guest register at www.riversidefunerals.com.
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