Lee Arthur Gulbransen, 67, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Lee Arthur Gulbransen, 67, passed away Monday, Nov. 15, 2021, in Albuquerque, N.M. He was born March 22, 1954, in Rochester, the son of Edward and Laurine (Grovdahl) Gulbransen.

He is survived by his sister, Linda (Bruce) Molde, of Albuquerque, and brother Gene (Sharon) Gulbransen of Hayfield. Also surviving are nieces and a nephew including Kris (Eric) Goodman, Staci (Steve) Spinks, Tami (Rob) Ridenour, Wade (Nicolle) Gulbransen, Tarra (Chad) McCloud, and Tracy (Brad) Steele, and great-nieces and great-nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and great-niece, Shannon Ridenour. He was baptized, confirmed, and a lifelong member of West St. Olaf Lutheran Church. He

was retired from the University of New Mexico, Health Science Center, as Manager, Contract Grant Accounting.

He participated in high school sports and continued his sports interests by attending UNM Lobo games.

Funeral services will be held at West St. Olaf Lutheran Church on Saturday, May 14, at 11 a.m. with Pastor Paul Thompson officiating. Interment will follow at the West St. Olaf Cemetery.