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Obituary for LOBATO


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Sunday March 22, 2009

Santiago G. "Jimmy" Lobato, 63, joined his Lord on Thursday, March 12, 2009. He was born on May 16, 1946 in Embudo, NM to Jose Felipe and Candelaria Lobato. He spent the majority of his life as resident of Albuquerque. Jimmy was an endearing soul with a personality not many could resist. His love for singing, performing, and drawing made him a true artist. Jimmy loved to be center stage and had the social skills and sharp appearance to keep us all entertained. He is preceded in death by his parents Jose Felipe and Candelaria Lobato. Jimmy is survived by his aunts, Bessie Brito and husband Rudy, Selena Pasillias and husband Manuel, Ella Garcia, and Lucy Garcia; brother Phillip Lobato and wife Patricia; nephews, Leonard Lobato and wife Debbie, Lloyd Lobato and wife Mary, and Patrick Lobato and wife Tally; nieces, Bernadette Jones and husband Ron, and Brigette Borrego-Antista and husband Larry; seven grandnephews; eight grandnieces; two great-grandnephews; and two great-grandnieces. He also leaves behind many dear friends at the ARCA South Valley Home and countless others he has befriended over the years. The family wishes to thank their many friends and relatives who reflected on his Life. Your sympathy and thoughtfulness will always be gratefully remembered and deeply appreciated. REFLECTIONS Funerals & Life Celebrations 2400 Washington Street NE 884-5777


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