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Obituary for ROSALES


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Wednesday December 22, 2010

Estanislao "Stan" Rosales, Jr., passed away on Monday, December 20, 2010 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his devoted wife of 67 years, Amparo; his children, Sylvia Lovato, S. Leroy Rosales, Elizabeth Rosales, Michael Rosales and wife Berlinda, and Daniel Rosales; 12 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; as well as numerous other loving family members and friends. Estanislao, Jr. was born in Cedar Creek, TX in 1925 to Estanislao Rosales, Sr. and Dolores Santana Rosales. In 1943 Estanislao, Jr. and Amparo began their journey in life together by entering into marriage in San Antonio, TX. Estanislao, Jr. served his country as a Staff Sergeant in World War II and finished his duty in 1944. In 1957 Estanislao, Jr. and his family relocated to Albuquerque, NM, where he soon began his career as a machinist, entrepreneur, and community leader. In 1981 he opened up his own family-run machine shop, Hi-Tech, Inc. In 1986 he was recognized as the Small Business Association's "Minority Small Business Person of the Year" for New Mexico. Estanislao, Jr. and Amparo retired in 1997 in order to become full-time loving parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents. He took great joy in spending time with his family. He loved to travel in his RV, often taking his children and grandchildren fishing or to visit family in Texas or California. Estanislao, Jr. will forever be loved and remembered as a leader, not only of his community, but also of his family. He was a devoted husband, loving father, affectionate grandfather, and adoring great-grandfather. Estanislao, Dad, Grandpa; we will forever hold you deep in our hearts. We Love You! He will be created and private services will be held for the immediate family. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Stan's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth Street NW Albuquerque, NM 87114 (505) 898-3160