Harold Folley Jr.

Harold Lindsey Folley, Jr.



"Deeper than the ocean, higher than the sky, one cannot realize that unless one has traveled there". (HLF)

Harold Folley Jr. died peacefully at home on his 89th birthday January 11, 2024, in Albuq., NM.

As a cub scout visiting the Lincoln memorial in his birthplace Springfield, Illinois, Harold had the opportunity to shake the hand of an old man who had shaken the hand of Abraham Lincoln. This event had an impact on his life.

Harold had an exciting career in Law. His first job was with the Indiana Attorney General's office. Ironically, one of his cases resulted in the establishment of the Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial in Lincoln City, Indiana. His next job was with the prestigious law firm in Indianapolis, Krieg, DeVault, Alexader and Capehart. Double irony. The firm was engaged by the State to defend the establishment of the Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial before the United States Supreme Court. Because of his Type 1 diabetes, the firm could not provide desired benefits. His next Career move was with Indiana Bell who provided the benefits. He could tell many stories involving Yellow Pages ads. While attending a Bell Telephone system conference, he met legal staff from Sandia National Laboratories who at that time were managed by AT&T under contract to the Department of Energy. The idea of being close to skiing made the idea of a transfer to Sandia very appealing and Harold jumped at the chance to make his final career move. Although involved in many interesting cases, he was most proud of the work he did with medical Director Larry Clevenger to abolish smoking in the workplace.

Harold was an avid squash player and skier. His retirement years gave him the opportunity to enjoy docent opportunities at the NM Natural History Museum and the New Mexico Holocaust and Intolerance Museum, as well as indulge in adventure travel and attend classes at Oasis â€" Lifelong Adventure. He relished writing philosophical essays on subjects that reflected his deep thinking. Harold discovered the reward of being Philanthropic, making an impact on our community.

Harold treasured his 36-year marriage to Jennie Negin. Through their relationship, he was inspired by Judaic teachings and became a respected member of the Jewish community.

Harold was preceded in death by son Bradley Lindsey Folley, former wife Sandra Folley, parents Harold Lindsey Folley and Charlotte Auld.

Survivors of Harold (aka "Gruncle") include his son Scott Folley (Sue), grandchildren Matthew, Emilyn Simone (Danny) and Nicholas, and great-grandsons Dominic, Salvatore and Leonardo Simone. Harold was like a father to Jennie's daughter Rachel (Steve) Galper, grandchildren Marlee and Nathan Galper, and son Neil Boring.

There will be no services. If you wish to memorialize Harold, donations may be made to the Jewish Community Foundation of New Mexico, 5520 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuq., NM 87109 (jcfnm.org): Memo Harold L. Folley Term Endowment fund or the charity of your heart. Harold's family is grateful for the care and competency of Presbyterian Hospice.