Ilfeld, A.C.
In Loving Memory A.C.
Ilfeld Jr. July 19, 1919 - September 23, 2001 We remember
how much you enjoyed
life; fishing and wonderful family gatherings in summers at
the Pecos, trips to
California to the ocean and to visit with our cousins, our
fun trips to Las Vegas, Taos,
Ruidoso, the many family parties with your children and
grandchildren, your great smile and the sparkle in your eyes, the fun and
laughter you gave us through the years. You lived life to the fullest and did
it on your terms."EGGZACTLY!" We miss you very much. Ace Carla, Suzanne
El, Julie, Christie, Elizabeth, Lisa Brian, Tony
Christine, David
Ginger. ABQ Journal September 23, 2002
Ilfeld, Robert M.
Robert M. Ilfeld, born
January 25, 1926, passed away on April 26, 2008. Son of Max
and Bertha Rosenau
Ilfeld, and a member of one of New Mexico's most illustrious
pioneer families, Bob
grew up primarily in Taos, New Mexico. He attended Fountain
Valley School in
Colorado Springs and the New Mexico Military Institute in
Roswell. He graduated from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in
1994 with a degree in nuclear physics. Drafted into the army that same year,
he was sent to Los Alamos to work on top-secret projects as a young physicist. Upon
release from the service, Bob attended graduate school at California Institute of
Technology, earning his Masters degree in nuclear physics. At the start of his professional
career, Bob worked on a variety of projects with General Electric in New York. He was then
called to manage a family business in Jackson, Michigan. As president of the company,
Quick Industries, he converted the focus from metallurgy to plastic extrusions and
expanded the business from one plant to six, located throughout the Midwest. While at
Quick, he was sponsored to return to MIT as a Sloan Fellow, earning an MSM degree from the
Sloan School of Business. After a few more years with Quick Plastics, the
opportunity arose for him to return to MIT as an Associate Director for Executive Programs at
Sloan. He moved from there to Minneapolis, then Seattle, to work for a small
conglomerate, as Director of Operations Analyses, helping to
buy, sell, and manage
several divisions. At age 53, Bob retired and returned to
New Mexico to be near
his parents and replant his roots in New Mexican soil.
Retirement lasted only
three months, when he became a Financial Consultant for Dean
Witter Reynolds Company,
now Morgan Stanley. Retiring in 2007 as Senior Vice
President and Financial Consultant,
after more than 28 years in the business, he considered
brokering to be the most
enjoyable and challenging of his diverse careers. In 1999,
Bob married Pearl Thompson
and they traveled together extensively. Bob enjoyed travel,
and meeting new people.
He played bridge avidly from an early age, earning Life
Master status. Golf was another
passion, which he enjoyed both for the sport itself and for
golfing friendships. Showing
his lively sense of humor, he said in his last days, "I am
Bob Ilfeld and I approve this
message." In addition to his devoted wife Pearl, Bob is
survived by his sister, Florence Beier and her husband Rolf; his children, Rick
Ilfeld and wife Betsy, Kathy Stillings, Marty Ronish and husband Ed, Ellen Ilfeld
and her partner Judith Evans, and step-daughter Marsha Schumacher and husband Kent.
Bob is survived by two grandchildren, Mark and Bonnie Ronish, as well as four
step-grandchildren; Mark Thompson, Ben Thompson, Krissy Zikkos, and Michelle
Lardizibal, and their children. Bob will be remembered for
his gifts of love and
generosity to his family, his friends, colleagues and
clients, and for his fortitude
and courage in meeting his life's last challenges. Donations
in lieu of flowers may be
sent in his name to The New Mexico Symphony Orchestra, 4407
Menaul Blvd. NE, Albuquerque,
NM 87110-2951 (www.nmso.org); The New Mexico Jewish
Historical Society, 5520
Wyoming Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109
(www.nmjewishhistory.org); or The National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd
St., New York, NY 10016 (www.kidney.org⁄support⁄donation_form.pdf)
Family wishes to thank the Home Instead staff. Memorial service will be
Saturday, May 3, 2008 at 2:00 pm in the Chapel of the Daniels Family Funeral Services, 7601
Wyoming Blvd. NE. Albuquerque, NM 87109 Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601
Wyoming Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010 ABQ Journal May 02, 2008
Illing, Richard G.
Lt. Col. (Ret.) USAF
Richard G. (Dick) Illing, 89, a member of "The Greatest
Generation" passed away
in Albuquerque on September 10, 2007 after a valiant battle
with prostate cancer. He
went peacefully surrounded by his loving family. Born on
July 1, 1918 in Flushing
, NY to Richard and Elieze C. Illing. His early interest in
aviation was fueled by a plane
ride at the now La Guardia airport at age 10. Richard moved
to Lake Mahopac, NY where
his stepfather, Dr. James L. New and mother encouraged his
education. At NY University
he was president of his fraternity Phi Gamma Delta and upon
graduation was designated
highest ranking Honor Graduate of the ROTC Engineer
Battalion. He was commissioned
into the Army Air Corp where he was Squadron Engineering
Officer of the 49th
Fighter Pursuit Group, 8th Squadron in Australia and New
Guinea receiving the Legion
of Merit. Upon his return to the U.S. he received his
engineering graduate degree from The University of Michigan. Richard worked
on many projects for the USAF, Western Development Division, Air Force Special
Weapons, Dept. of Defense and the Atomic Energy Commission. His military service
spanned 20 years and retired as a Lt. Col. He then worked as an aeronautical engineer
for Sandia National Laboratories and retired after 24 years of service. service was
a loving and supporting father, husband, and friend. He always used compromise and
compassion to make things work. As an active nature and wildlife conservationist
his photography and writing of the Southwest will always be cherished. He resided for
over 60 years at the base of his beloved Sandia Mountain. His sense of humor will
always be remembered in his "Coyote Call" to gather us, whether it be in the Taos Gorge or
a local mall! Dad, you were the pillar of strength in our lives. You'll always be our hero!
Until we meet again may you share the Father's eternal life of understanding and joy
in heaven and soar with eagles in the Wild Blue Yonder! Richard is survived by Mary A.
Illing his loving wife of 31 years; daughters, Layne N. Hedrick and husband, Robert, Lawne
W. Callan and husband, Robert; son, Ty C. Illing; grandchildren, Robert Callan
III, James LeGrande Callan, Cheyenne and Taylor Illing; stepchildren, Theresa (Terry)
M. Harper and husband, Bob, Edward P. Snyder and Christian P. Snyder. He was preceded
in death by his brilliant daughter, Lynne Reid Illing and his first wife, Geraldine Cornell
Illing. We would like to thank Anna Kaseman Presbyterian Hospice for all their
kindness and care, especially Dr. Lydia Lawson, Cid Jaso, Janis Kelton, Allison Martin,
Virginia Nolan, Brenda Sandburg, Mary Trudell and Margaret Montoya. A Funeral Mass will
be held on September 15, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at the Church of the Risen Savior, 7701
Wyoming Blvd. NE. Cremation has taken place as were his wishes. A private Service
with Military Honors will be held at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. In memory of Richard,
contributions may be made to Prostate Cancer Research, The Sierra Club or a charity
of one's choice. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, ABQ, NM
87107, 505-343-8008 ABQ Journal September 13, 2007
