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FRANK age 59, passed from this life on Tuesday, May 29, 2012. He was born in Grants, New Mexico on December 4, 1952, and was a long-time resident of Albuquerque. He was a wonderful son, father, grandfather, brother and uncle, and loved spending time with his family and friends. His passion was riding his Harley motorcycle, and he enjoyed traveling on bike runs. He was preceded in death by his mother, Faye Taddy, grandson, Alexander Rhoads, godson, Anthony Jaramillo, and father-in-law, Lawrence Purcella. He is survived by his children, Regina Taddy and her ex-spouse, Jaime Espericueta; Jillian Taddy and partner Derek Rhoads; Eric Taddy and partner Tiffany Serbin; seven grandchildren, Joshua Reinhold, Anthony Taddy, Zachary Taddy, Nevaeh Rhoads, Kaleb Espericueta, Jensen Espericueta and Julianna Taddy; his father, Albert Taddy; three sisters, Judy Martinez, Frances Martinez and her husband, Joe A., and Barbara Purcella; his mother-in-law, Bessie Purcella; as well as many nieces and nephews; great nieces and nephews; family and friends. He graduated from West Mesa High School in 1971, served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam Conflict, and was a truck driver for 41 years, employed with Duke City Transfer at the time of his death. Frank touched the lives and hearts of many and we will miss his joy for life, whatever the circumstances. We will come together to celebrate his life and to cherish the memories. Viewing will be held on Tuesday, June 5 at Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 3rd St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102 between 10:00 am and 3:00 pm. Rosary will be recited on Tuesday evening at 7:00 pm at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87105. Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, June 6 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church at 11:00 am. Pallbearers are Larry Purcella, Ronnie Purcella, Jeromi Martinez, Derek Rhoads, Rick Taddy, and Robert Gaddie. Honorary Pallbearers are Joshua Reinhold, Anthony Taddy, Zachary Taddy, Nevaeh Rhoads, Kaleb Espericueta, Jensen Espericueta, and Julianna Taddy. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, 1900 Edith Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102. Reception will follow the interment at Holy Rosary Catholic Church hall. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Salazar & Sons Mortuary in the name of Frank Taddy. Please visit Frank's on-line registar book www.salazarandsonsmortuary.com Services entrusted to: Salazar and Sons Mortuary 400 3rd St SW Albuquerque, NM 87102 247-4124
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