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Obituary for GARCIA


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Wednesday April 09, 2008

Orlando R. Garcia, age 85, a resident of Albuquerque since 1947 peacefully passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on April 7, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Mary of 61 years; son, Harold; and daughter, Lorraine Sierra and husband, Johnny. He was preceded in death by sons, Ernest Garcia and Fred Garcia. He had many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was Owner and Operator of Duke City Glass Co., a family business for many years. He had a love and passion for Lobo Basketball. He was a very devoted husband and a very loving father. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Thursday, April 10, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Edwin Church - 2105 Barcelona Rd. SW. Interment will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Michael Sierra, Daniel Sierra, Robert Sierra, Alfred Parra, and Mike Gutierrez. Johnny Sierra will be an Honorary Pallbearer. Arrangements in care of RIVERSIDE FUNERAL HOME OF ALBUQUERQUE 225 SAN MATEO BLVD. NE 764-9663 www.riversidefunerals.com