Ikle, Frank W. Dr.

Dr. Frank W. Ikle, loving father, husband, and longtime resident died peacefully in Albuquerque, NM on October 30, 2015. He was born in Zurich, Switzerland on January 18, 1921.

He is preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Maurine Barnes Ikle, who was the love of his life.

He leaves behind three cherished sons, Martin T. Ikle and wife, Linda of Memphis, TN, Maurice W. Ikle of Albuquerque, and Dr. Matthew O. Ikle and wife, Laurie of Alamosa, CO; granddaughters, Anna Wallace and husband, Jeff of Memphis, TN, Kathryn Perez and husband, Luis of Memphis, TN, and Dr. Jennifer M. Ikle of St. Louis, MO; and four great-grandchildren.

He obtained his B.A. in 1941 and Ph.D in 1953 from the University of California at Berkeley in Asian Studies and History. His teaching experiences included Reed College, Harvard University (Carnegie Fellow), the University of California at Berkeley, the University of the Philippines (Fulbright Lecturer), Miami University of Ohio, and the University of Hong Kong. He was also an Invitational Lecturer at the University of Zurich, Switzerland in 1962. Frank was a Professor at the University of New Mexico in the History Department beginning in 1963 and served as Chairman from 1967-1974. He has published numerous books and articles and was the Professor of the Year at the University of New Mexico in 1969.

He was a member of the American Historical Association, Association of Asian Studies, American Association of University Professors, and served on the NM Humanities Council Bicentennial Commission. Frank proudly served in the USNR 7th Pacific Fleet as a Lt. Commander and Japanese language officer in Naval Intelligence during WWII from 1942-46. As a citizen of both Switzerland and the United States, he was grateful to both countries, the one which nurtured him and the one which gave him so many opportunities. He had many interests and was an avid reader, loved classical music, good food, theater, and travel.

Cremation has taken place and memorial service will be held on Monday, November 9, 2015, 11:00 a.m., at Central United Methodist church, 201 University Blvd. NE. A private memorial service and interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. Please visit our online guestbook for Frank at

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Published by Albuquerque Journal on Nov. 8, 2015.

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Isabel Price

March 19, 2020

Dr. Ikle was a superb teacher of Asian history and I was lucky to be one of his students.
Isabel B. Price Ph.D 1973

Richard Robbins

November 11, 2015

Frank was Chairman of the History Department when I was hired in 1969. Over the years I came to know him as a fine colleague, erudite, witty and wise. His observations about life and learning were always valuable. I always regret that he did not stay on to teach longer than he did, but I realize that he enjoyed his retirement enormously since it let him study and think without the burden of grading papers and contending with department business. Frank led a full and meaningful life. I will miss him and extend my condolences to his family.

Ruth & Joe Quinn

November 8, 2015

We express our condolences to Frank's entire family.....We first met Frank & Maurine when we came to LaLuz as second residence in early 2006. They were very kind and welcomed us.
Frank's character and grace were very apparent; we continued to see each other as neighbors briefly over the next nine years.
We will remember him well and are grateful for the blessing of knowing him.
Ruth & Joe Quinn, Morris Plains NJ

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