Edward Kent Fuge
Edward Kent Fuge, age 87, a resident of Albuquerque since 1971 passed away Thursday, October 17, 2019. Edward will be remembered for his interesting career, his story telling and his generosity and encouragement as a father and friend. After high school Edward joined the US Air Force serving for more than 21 years and retiring as a major. After retiring he completed graduate studies at the University of New Mexico (UNM) and the University of Denver and began a second career as adjunct professor teaching political science and public administration at UNM, the University of Albuquerque and Albuquerque Technical-Vocational Institute, and later served as the registrar at the UNM Law School. Besides his professional activities Edward enjoyed spending time with family and friends, staying current with news and politics, river rafting, and serving as a volunteer ranger for the Wild & Scenic Rio Chama. Edward is survived by his companion, Sari Clark, and his seven children, Michael (wife Barbara), Patrick (wife Sharon Novak), Wendy (husband Jon Helton), James, Lisbeth (husband David d’Antonio), Mark, and Lynne Carlberg. He also leaves nine grandchildren. Edward was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Ida Fuge of Somerville, NJ and his wife of 60 years, Helen Matthews Fuge. Edward was a member of Our Lady of Annunciation Parish. The Rosary will be recited Thursday, October 24, 2019, 7:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Lomas. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday, October 25, 2019, 8:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Annunciation, 2621 Vermont St. NE. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to any charitable organization. Please visit our online guestbook for Edward at www.FrenchFunerals.com