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Santiago (Jim) Naranjo Sr., 82, passed away Thursday June 30, 2005 at Albuquerque Regional Medical Center. He was born on July 17, 1922 in Escondida, NM. Santiago is survived by his wife, Angela (Arvizu) Naranjo of 53 years; son: Honorable Santiago Naranjo Jr. and wife Cynthia of Socorro; daughters: Delfina Sherman of Tucumcari, NM Jessie Calderwood and husband Thayne of Datil, NM and Selfa Lucero and husband Willie of Socorro. Jim was honored to have ten grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ramon and Selfa (Gonzales) Naranjo; brother, Frank Naranjo Sr.; and sister, Concepcion Ortiz. Jim served his country in WWII during which he was involved in numerous campaigns while serving under the command of General George Patton. Some of the battles where he earned medals were the battle of Ardennes, Rhineland, Central Europe and the Battle of the Bulge. He earned several medals and campaign ribbons for his commended service in WWII. Some of these were the Bronze star for heroism, the WWII Victory Medal, the Combat Infantry Badge and numerous others. As a very young man he fought in one of the greatest battles this country was ever involved in. After returning home he continued to serve in the National Guard and retired after 22 years of service. He was employed with NM Tech and retired after 32 years of service. Baseball was his favorite sport, when he could no longer play he devoted his extra time to umpiring games at the old Lions Field. One of the most memorable games he had the opportunity to officiate was in Dukes Stadium. He was a non-complicated gentle person who loved God, his family, his country, and his hometown of Socorro. A Rosary will be recited on Sunday, July 3, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. at San Miguel Catholic Church. Funeral Mass on July 4, 2005 at 10:00 a.m., at San Miguel Catholic Church. Father John C. Daniel as Celebrant. Burial will be in the San Miguel Cemetery. Pallbearers will be David Naranjo, Willie Lucero Jr., Eddie Lucero, Jimmy Naranjo III, Ramon Rivera and Alfred Lucero. Service arrangements are under the care of Steadman-Hall Funeral Home, 309 Garfield, Socorro, NM.
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