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Cresencio (Victor) Aragon, 76, an Albuquerque resident, passed away peacefully in his sleep at 12:20 p.m. on Octobter 16, 2000 surrounded by his beloved family. He is survived by Priscilla, his wife of 52 years; son, Ruben Aragon and his wife, Jo Elda; daughter, Debbie and her husband, Jesse Delgado; nephew, Chris Leyba and his wife, Bessie; and sister, Rosalie and her husband, Bennie Gallegos. Victor was dearly loved by his three grandchildren, Susan, Lucas and Angelica; by his nephews, Louis and Jeremiah; and nieces, Tabitha and Nicole. Visitations will be today, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary, where a Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, October 20, 2000, at St. Anne's Church, with William Aragon, Dennis Baca, Anthony Gallegos, Chris Leyba, Lucas Martinez, and Eloy Zamora serving as casket bearers. John Barela, Manuel Caire, Orlando Chavez, Louis Leyba and Tom Otero will serve as honorary casket bearers. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Victor was born on April 17, 1924 in the community of Barelas, where he grew up selling newspapers, helping his family in any way he could. Victor proudly served his country in the Navy during World War II and continued his service through his career by"doing his part and a little bit more." His leadership as a manager for over 50 years lead to numerous team championships in both baseball and softball. Victor continued to contribute to the Barelas community throughout his life, whether it was by coaching the local ball club or helping the community center with their weekly bingo games, he never stopped giving. Victor dedicated his life to bringing happiness to everyone that touched his life. He was the kind of man who would bring out the good in everyone. From the ball players that he spent so much of his life coaching to his family members whom he always showed his full support, he was the man who made us feel special. Victor was the twinkle in our eyes and an inspiration to all that knew him. For floral assistance, please call 243-5222. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.
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