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SULLIVAN -- Edith Sullivan, August 21, 1912 - May 19, 2004. Edith Nora Fisher Sullivan, 91, died Wednesday, May 19, 2004, in Albuquerque. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, May 25 at 3:00 PM in the Chapel of the First Presbyterian Church in Albuquerque. Her husband, Robert Dan Sullivan, and son, Robert J. Sullivan, proceeded her in death. Edith always enjoyed being in business. Two years after her high school graduation, in the middle of the great depression, she opened a grocery store which grew into a thriving business. In 1952 the family purchased the LaGuna Vista Lodge in Eagle Nest which they owned and operated for 27 years. Edith and Bob were a moving force in the community and the development of the Chamber of Commerce. They were tireless in their efforts to bring new business and events to the resort area. Edith loved gardening, playing bridge, and fishing. Her favorites were fishing trips to Vermejo Park with the family and long-time friend, George Nickel. One of the proudest times of her life was the dedication in 2003 of a flagpole and park area in Eagle Nest in memory of her son Robert. She was the Grand Marshall of the 4th of July parade and perfected the "Queen Mum" wave! Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law Pat and Carl Jones of Vancouver, Wa; granddaughters Eda Eggeman of Redding, CA; Darcy Eggeman of Thousand Oaks, CA; granddaughter and husband Pamela and Bill Harris of Albuquerque; daughter-in-law Krista Sullivan, Eagle Nest; sister Ruth Erke, Warren, OH; brother Fred Fisher, Columbus, OH, and step-brother George John, Niles, OH. Her sister, Violet James is deceased. Memorial contributions may be made to the Assistance League of Albuquerque where Edith was a 20-year member.
        Published on: Mon May 24, 2004