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WRIGHT -- Thomas J. "Tom" Wright, age 74, of Albuquerque, died peacefully in his home, Sunday, September 17, 2006 after his battle with cancer. Tom retired in 1972 from the Air Force after more than 20 years of service. While serving in Vietnam, he earned the Bronze Star Medal. After retirement, he became a dedicated instructor of electronics at Albuquerque TVI. Tom was a lifelong blood donor, having donated regularly for more than 30 years. Over the past several years, he and Violet greatly enjoyed their RV club and the many trips that they took together. He loved teaching, golfing with his retiree friends on Tuesdays and gardening. Mostly, he loved his family, often attending his grandchildren's many activities. Tom is survived by his wife of 53 years, Violet; two daughters, Vanessa Ham and Marilyn Hogland and her husband Mike; grandchildren, Nicole and Michael Ham, and Kacey and Kyle Hogland; sister, Lois Erickson and husband George of Bricktown, NJ. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, September 22, 2006 at 10:00 a.m., with a reception to follow at French Mortuary Westside Chapel. A private, family committal service will be held at Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary 9300 Golf Course Rd. NW (505) 897-0300
        Published on: Wed September 20, 2006