Here is the obituary for our former Corvairs of New Mexico sponsor

ED BLACK from Ed Black Chevrolet

Ed Black, age 85 passed away August 15, 2002. He was born April 4, 1917 in Hamlin, West Virginia to the late Albert and June (Atkins) Black. He moved to Albuquerque in 1926. He is survived by two daughters, Sally Black and her husband, Frank Ruscitti of Phoenix and Amy Gayle Black of Albuquerque; one son, Dr Randy Black and his wife Renee Black of Albuquerque; three granddaughters, Lindsey, Nicole and Riva Black; two sisters, Gladys Smart and Alta Briscoe, both of Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his brother, Albert; and sister, Jan. He was blessed to have a very large extended family most of which still call New Mexico home. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Ed Black had a long and committed history in New Mexico. In World War II he joined the Army Air Corps, was stationed in England, and proudly participated in the glider assault of Europe. He returned to Albuquerque to start a long and distinguished career in the automobile business. As owner of Ed Black Chevrolet he garnered many honors including the Presidency of both the National Auto Dealers Association and the NMADA. One of his proudest moments was being chosen Time-Life?s Auto Dealer of the Year for 1965. His commitment to the city of Albuquerque and the University of New Mexico rivalled his business achievements. A past City Commissioner, president of The United Way, and a member of the Airport Advisory Board are but a few of his endeavours. The University of New Mexico held a special place in his heart. As a member of the UNM football team which played in the Sun Bowl in El Paso in 1939, he never failed to have season tickets in both football and basketball, was a Lobo Club Member and a supporter of the Anderson School of Business. Other cherished Albuquerque activities included membership in the Albuquerque Rotary Club, the Albuquerque Country Club and in later years the"Gizmos" on Mondays. His full life included being an avid deep-sea fisherman, pilot, photographer, golfer, gardener and outdoor grill master. Most importantly to him was being able to explore the world with all of his immediate family. Wonderful journeys with him to Hawaii, Mexico, the Caribbean, Europe and South America enriched our lives. It would be remiss not to thank the exceptionally caring staff of St. Josephs Oncology, Radiology, Rehab facility and Vista Care. Their interest in him and caring for his needs eased his transition. In death he joins his wife, Loretto Harrison Black, on what would have been their 55th anniversary. Visitations will be held Monday, August 19, 2002 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. S.E. Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, August 20, 2002 at 10:00 a.m. at the Immaculate Conception Church. Interment will follow at the Sunset Memorial Park, Edith & Menual.