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BURGAN, ROBERT LESTER WEST HAVEN, UT - Robert (Bob) Lester Burgan, 95, passed away on July 17, 2014. He was born in Benton Harbor, Michigan on July 19, 1918 to Lester A. and Essie Burgan. Bob graduated from the University of Michigan and completed graduate study at the University of New Mexico. He was an adjunct professor of Park Management at UNM. Bob retired from the City of Albuquerque as Parks and Recreation Director/ Planner in 1981. Bob received numerous awards from organizations, government agencies, boards, councils and committees. His proudest accomplishments were the Los Altos; Arroyo del Oso; Puerto del Sol and Ladera golf courses, director of the Albuquerque Zoo; many tennis complexes, community centers, swimming pools, ball fields, and parks. He loved all sports especially tennis and golf. He was an avid reader. He is survived by daughter Barbara; his cousin Georgia; and special love Letitia. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, wife Mildred (Jeri) and son Robert (Gary). A graveside service will be held in honor of his life on Friday, July 25, 2014 at 9:30 a.m. at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd., NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico. In lieu of flowers a tribute may be given in his name to the University of Michigan or the Humane Society of New Mexico. Appreciation is expressed to the staff and friends from Lotus Park Assisted Living and AFI Advanced Care in Ogden, Utah, who have been so kind in thought and deed. Condolences may be sent to the family at: www.myers-mortuary.com
        Published on: Wed July 23, 2014