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Obituary for GARCIA


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Sunday November 23, 2014

GARCIA, PATRICIO C. age 96, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully at home, Friday, November 21, 2014, with his family at his side. Mr. Garcia is survived by his children, Frances Griego, Patricia Padilla and husband, Joe B., Teresa Weaver, Leroy Garcia and wife, Rosalie, and Lala Garcia; his brother, Oscar Garcia and wife, Helen; nineteen grandchildren; forty-two great-grandchildren; fourteen great-great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends; and held close to his heart the Jimenez Family. Mr. Garcia was preceded in death by his wife, Lucinda; grandson, Joey Padilla; granddaughter, Barbara Martinez; sons-in-law, Michael Weaver, and Charles Griego. Mr. Garcia enjoyed farming, gardening, and tending to his sheep. He loved his family and enjoyed watching his grandchildren grow-up. Mr. Garcia was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, and he was recognized and very involved in the Los Griego's Community. Visitation will be Monday, November 24, 2014 from 6:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 1860 Griegos Rd. NW with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m., by Gabriella Nieto. Final visitation will be Tuesday, November 25, 2014 from 8:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. at the Church with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 9:00 a.m., Father Joe Vigil, presider. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Carlos Griego, Patricio Griego, Michael McAfee, John Michael Weaver, Jon Padilla, and Jamie Weaver. Honorary pallbearers will be Andrew Griego, David Gallegos, Anthony Montano, Tomas Agosto and Dave Bjorsness. Please visit www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com to sign the online guestbook. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary Inc. 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW (505) 243-7861


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