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William Koelm Obituary
William "Bill" Koelm, 83, beloved Spouse, Father, Grandfather, and Brother, was called to Heaven on May 26, 2024. He entered this world on April 21, 1941 in Chicago, IL, born to Walter and Opal Koelm. He is survived by wife Norma Jean, son William Jr, daughter Jennifer, brother Raymond, and granddaughter Maeve Hermanson. Bill was preceded in death by his first wife Lina Darrough Koelm.
Bill was a decorated U.S. Air Force Colonel serving from 1964-1990, followed by a second career with Albuquerque Public Schools until 2006.
A Funeral Service will be held on June 10, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. at French Funeral Home (9300 Golf Course Rd Albuquerque), followed by reception. A Graveside Service will take place at 2:30 pm at Santa Fe National Cemetery. For full obituary and service information, please visit: www.FrenchFunerals.com.
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Tanya Greene
June 2, 2024
Col. Koelm was my commanding officer in the 27th TASS in Tucson, Az. He was an excellent exemplary leader and officer. My sincere condolences.
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French Funerals & Cremations - Golf Course & Paradise9300 Golf Course Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114
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