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Reuben A. Rubio, 72, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, is now enjoying a Shabbat rest with his Messiah. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Dolores Rubio; son, Reuben A. Rubio II and wife, Kathleen and their children: Daniel, Julianna, Angelina, Reuben III, Raquela, Miranda, and Alicia, all from Spring Arbor, MI; sisters: Henrietta Rubio, Elizabeth Avalos; brothers: Larry Rubio, Tony Rubio, and numerous nieces and nephews. Reuben was a Shammash (deacon) and faithful member of Adat Yeshua Messianic Synagogue, and helped found the Sephardim for Yeshua, a local group exploring Crypto-Judaic roots. He was active for many years in local Christian ministries including Right to Life Committee of New Mexico, Son Broadcasting Network, and Calvary Chapel of Albuquerque; with his wife he was instrumental in helping many couples recover from marital difficulties. He retired in 1994 from a long and distinguished career with the City of Albuquerque, serving as a Senior Citizens Center Director, a Public Information Officer for the Albuquerque Police Department, a Chief Administrative Assistant to the Mayor and City Manager, and a budget analyst for City Hall. He was also a well-known player in local athletics, including high school basketball, American Legion baseball, AAA fast pitch softball, city league basketball, and Senior Olympics. He served in the armed forces in the 1950s, as a paratrooper in the US Army and a technician in the New Mexico Air National Guard. He was also a passionate supporter of many Republican Party initiatives. Services are pending and will be announced on Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Tents of Mercy, care of 529 Jefferson St. NE, 87108. Services entrusted to the Salazar family at REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777 www.ReflectionofLife.com
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