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Louise Dumke (nee Plaumann)
June 10, 2009
I can't express how terribly saddened I was to learn of Bob's passing. I pray that God's love may comfort you through your sorrow. And know that others mourn with you.
Bob was the love of my life during my senior year at Washington High. I actually went to school with you, Sue, and met Bob totally by accident one night while he was with his friend Chuck Jaeger in Chuck's corevette. My girlfriend Kathy Normand (later Jaeger), with whom I was walking, knew Bob and so when they asked if we wanted a ride, we said sure. The rest, as they say, is history.
It was great fun while it lasted. We went out often just cruising in his car, horseback riding, hayrides, homecoming, tobogganing, CYO dances, a Christmas party, midnight mass on Christmas eve. I was at your house on 84th Street several times and remember always feeling welcomed there.
When I was a girl, my mother sewed all of my clothes. That Christmas, Bob bought me a beautiful navy and red plaid wool jumper. It was the very first "store bought" dress I ever had and I loved it. He also gave me a charm for my charm bracelet of a little heart and key. (He was a "charming" guy.)
I remember one night after Christmas he said to me, "Well, I guess Susie spilled the beans about Joycie." And that's how I found out he was still seeing Joyce. We slowly parted ways after that.
I ended up marrying (and divorcing) another friend of Bob's and we saw him and Joyce several times for a while. I guess the last time we were all together, Ross was maybe 8 or 9 months old. (I remember a very cute baby.) Bob stopped by the house one time after that to see my husband and I guess Ross was maybe 4. It again reminded me of the great times we had together - both when we were together and when we were with our spouses. I always enjoyed Bob's company. I lost track of them all after that, and didn't know where Bob was until you called me, Mary, with some questions about retirement.
I thought about him often over the years. (You know you never forget your first love.) I was so happy to find out he was in New Mexico and doing well. I think you said he was Director of Parks and Recreation (or something like that)for the city of Albuquerque.
My significant other (for the last 30 years)and I own property in Albuquerque (Rio Rancho actually), and I was hoping that the next time we go down there, I'd be able to look Bob up and see him again. I am truly sorry that that never was able to happen.
Bob was a wonderful guy when I knew him, and I've always wished him well. I know he was very proud of Ross after he was born, and I'm sure, throughout his life. Although I hadn't seen Bob for many years, he was often on my mind, and I cherish the memories I have of him.
Please accept my sincere sympathy, and know that I grieve with you. I will keep Bob, and all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
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