Jeffrey Libit

LIBIT, JEFFREY MARC, A man of true passions and a deep sense of commitment, passed away early Friday morning at his home in Albuquerque. Jeff spent his life taking care of others -- from family members to friends to professional colleagues -- often at the sacrifice of himself. He was born on May 23, 1945 in the Chicago suburb of Glencoe, Ill., and graduated from the University of Wisconsin and the DePaul University College of Law. He had an irrepressible creative gene and a zest for handiwork. He held numerous patents on inventions ranging from bottle caps to bathtubs. Prior to that, he spent three decades practicing law in Albuquerque. He was the definition of an avid fly-fisherman, and over the years, had probably acquainted himself with every rainbow trout in the San Juan River. He also took great joy in his yearly trips to Alaska. Jeff was indefatigable, overcoming a car accident that doctors said would leave him paralyzed for the rest of his life. His kindness and devotedness will not be forgotten by the many who knew and loved him as a father, husband, uncle, cousin, partner, collaborator, friend and buddy. He is survived by his wife Susan and son Daniel. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, August 19, 2014 at Noon, at Fairview Memorial Park Cemetery, 700 Yale Blvd. SE. At the family's request no floral arrangements will be present. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd. NE 505-843-6333