Robert Park

Robert (Bob) Frank Park was born October 18, 1925. Bob served our country by joining the Navy at the age of 17, continuing his service in the Army, and ultimately retiring from the Air Force 20 years later as a Master Sergeant. Bob passed away in his home on September 20, 2008 in the company of his loving wife of 13 years, Florence and close personal friend Irma. He is survived by the fore-mentioned love of his life, Florence Park and her children Dave and his wife Corlis, Lori and her husband John. Those that lovingly called him grandpa are Jeff, Caleb, Alethea, Dierdre, and Jacinda, as well as his great-granddaughter, Cheyenne. A special thank you is extended to Irma and Rudy Nevarez, who became like family to Florence and Bob over their many years of friendship. All those that were fortunate to be touched by Bob’s eternal spirit, knew they were in the presence of sincere love and compassion. The majority of his military career was in supply services, training, and related fields. He received special training in Radio Advertising at Contra Costa Junior College in California and worked in several Radio Stations in New Mexico, Texas and California. Few people are aware of Bob’s influences in the community. He was actively involved in many organizations, to include the Masons, Shiners, and Elks. He was President of the Roswell Shrine Club and its Oriental Band. He was also a Team Captain and lifetime member of the Red Coats. He served as President of the Roosevelt County Chamber of Commerce, Chairman of Commerce Military Affairs and Portales City Council where he proudly established Homesteaders Day. Bob was also an active humanitarian - organizing radio broadcasters for local Jerry Lewis MD Telethons over the years and fund raising programs for DECA and VICA clubs at Portales High School. He held the title of Drive Chairman for Roosevelt County United Fund, President of the New Mexico Associated Press Broadcasters, and Director of the New Mexico Retain Association. In addition, he was honored at a San Francisco Fall Management Conference by the RAB. Bob exercised his experience in assisting in the implementation of a weather watch program, as well as live broadcasts at Cannon AFB. He was Representative of the ASCAP (American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers) in New York, NY and Manager of KEND-FM Radio Co-Op. God bestowed upon you a sense of humor, that which I admired the most. Your humor was felt through out the military post, on the road and coast to coast Your faith in God and all above made you fall in love. Thirteen years were filled with love with someone you were very proud of. Florence and Bob were like two doves in love The angels took you away today and God received you with his warm embrace. Although you may be far away I can hear your laughter all the way. The angels are with you just in case your witty sense of humor comes in place. -Irma Nevarez- Bob, You shall always be remembered and will always be in our hearts

Robert Park

October 18, 1925 - September 20, 2008