Frederick Burger

BURGER Frederick R. Burger, 86, prematurely passed away 4 March 2009. Fred was born on 4 March 1923 in the Bronx, New York City. He served his country during World War II with the 63rd Infantry Division, 245th Battalion, Company I. He joined the Air Force Reserve and was recalled in 1950 in the Air Force and retired in 1971 after 30 years of devoted service to his country. He worked for the Internal Revenue Service and retired, but continued participating with the IRS VITA Program. Fred moved to Edgewood in 1986 and became involved with the Wildlife West project, and was active in the NARFE, Chapter 80. Fred is survived by his wife of 62 years Irmgard, his two sons Bob (Kathleen) and Jeffrey (Magda) Burger and by four grandchildren, Scott (Yuko), Stephanie, Roxanne, and Rachel. His compassion for life and to his family and service to country and community will be sorely missed by all that were touched by his spirit. Services have been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010 TO THOSE I LOVE AND THOSE WHO LOVE ME When I am gone, release me, let me go. You mustn't tie yourself to me with tears, Be happy that we had so many years. I gave you my love, you can only guess How much you gave to me in happiness. I thank you for the love you each have shown, But now it's time I traveled on alone. So grieve a while, for if grieve you must, Then let your grief be comforted by trust. It's only for a while that we must part. So bless the memories within your heart. I won't be far away for life goes on. So if you need me, call and I will come. Though you can't see or touch me, I'll be near. And if you listen with your heart, you'll hear All of my love around you soft and clear. And then when you must come this way alone, I'll greet you with a smile and say, "Welcome Home."