Obituary of Thomas Wayne Fosbre

Thomas Wayne Fosbre, age 66, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2013. He was preceded in death by his mother, Celeste. Thomas is survived by his beloved Florence; sister, Victoria Panella; aunt, Edith Beull and his father Thomas. He obtained a degree from Trinidad College and worked as a police officer in Colorado before being drafted in 1969 into the United States Army where he served proudly until his honorable discharge in 1991. During his tenure in the Army, Thomas served in the military police and as an artillery instructor in England, Germany and Greece. Thereafter, Thomas worked in retail and as a security officer for banks as well as transporting inmates to/from prison. In 2003, he began working as a doorman for Caravan East nightclub where he remained until his untimely death. Thomas was beloved by countless patrons, fellow employees and friends. His love, compassion and care for animals were unequaled. All services will be held a Riverside Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo Blvd., NE on Friday, October 25, 2013 beginning with a viewing 9:00 AM. Funeral Service will be celebrated at 10:00 AM, with a reception to follow at the funeral home at 11:00 AM. Thomas will be interred at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 PM on Friday, October 25, 2013. Arrangements entrusted to Riverside Funeral Home of Albuquerque (505) 764-9663.