Tulio Estrada

Tulio Estrada MD, age 85, a resident of Albuquerque since 2000, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 12, 2013. He is survived by his children, Patricia Estrada of New Orleans, LA, Tina Stacy and husband, Mark Stacy of Durham, NC, Dan Estrada and wife, Debbie Estrada of Albuquerque, NM, Vicky Estrada-Bustillo and husband, Juan Bustillo of Albuquerque, NM, and Nancy Moore and husband, Guy Moore of Bacliff, TX; grandchildren, Reuben Druckrey, Bryan and Andrea Stacy, Nicolas Griffin Estrada, Savannah and Julian Bustillo, Katalina and Clayton Crawford and David Moore; and one great-granddaughter, Natalie Keenan. Tulio was the oldest of 10 brothers and sisters. He is survived by brothers, Marino, Alcides, Ruben Dario, and Virgilio Estrada; sisters, Gabriela Hurtado and Luz Elena Estrada; and sister-in-law, Maria Eugenia Estrada Grueso, all of Colombia, South America. He also leaves behind a large extended family in Colombia, and many dear friends throughout the world who are sharing an immense loss with his passing. Dr. Estrada was preceded in death by his beloved wife Carol Griffin Estrada, his parents Dr. Roberto Estrada and Clementina Estrada Angel, his step-mother Gabriela, his brothers Roberto, Fr. Miguel, and Cesar Estrada, and his son-in-law John Druckrey. Tulio was born on September 16, 1927 in Salamina, Colombia, South America, and was an avid scholar throughout his life. He was awarded the Most Distinguished Graduate of all high school students in Bogota at his graduation from Colegio De La Salle. He went on to complete his Medical Degree in Bogota from the National University of Colombia. He finished his training with a Psychiatry Residency at Washington University in St. Louis, MO. Dr. Estrada's proudest accomplishments include his efforts as a founding member of the Colombia Psychiatric Society, Faculty Member of the University of Missouri Psychiatry Department, and Director of the Psychiatry Residency Training Program at the University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX. During his long medical career on two continents he served as a member of the Colombian Medical Federation, American Medical Association, American Association of University Professors, Directors of Psychiatric Residency Training, an honorary member of Titus Harris Society, and a Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association. After nearly forty years of service, he retired as a Professor of Psychiatry in 1995. Dr. Estrada will be long remembered for his contribution as an influential and respected physician and mentor. Tulio had numerous interests and hobbies including music, linguistics, politics, history, and discovering the best ethnic restaurants. His greatest pleasure came from his children and grandchildren. After retiring, he enrolled in a one year culinary course. The results provided much enjoyment, and many dish washings for all of the family. Tulio was an aficionado of classical music, and an accomplished violin player. He was a member of the Physician Orchestra in Manizales, Colombia, as well as member of the Symphony Orchestras in Pueblo Colorado and Galveston Texas. In more recent years he took up growing Dahlia's and was often awarded prizes for his entries in the Albuquerque State Fair. Tulio would most like to be remembered for having raised a loving and devoted family with his wife of 55 years, Carol, and being an influential professor and advisor to many Psychiatrists. His family will have fond memories of his infectious laughter, sincere devotion to family, deep affection for his grandchildren, superb cooking, and his love of culture. A Service to honor Dr. Estrada will be held Sunday, February 17, 2013, 11:00 a.m., at FRENCH - Westside with a reception to follow. Viewing will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Should friends desire, memorial contributions can be made to Doctors Without Borders ( www.doctorswithoutborders.org and click on the donation tab to contribute; 212-763-5779, 333 Seventh Avenue, 2nd Floor, New York, NY, 10001) or Catholic Relief Services ( www.crf.org and click the donation tab to contribute; 888-277-7575, 228 W. Lexington St., Baltimore, MD, 21201). Please visit our online guest book for Tulio Estrada at www.FrenchFunerals.com.FRENCH9300 Golf Course Rd NW505-897-0300