ROMAN SR. Age 88, passed away on Monday, December 26, 2011, at Lovelace Hospital with his loving family at his side. Roman was born February 1, 1923 in Derramadero, NM to Antonia Apodaca and Agapito Paiz. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Ferminia; and his son, Roman Jr. Roman is survived by his daughter, Mary P. Chavez and husband, Luis; granddaughters, Judy Sanchez and husband, Raymond and Lynette Chavez Dvorak and husband, Joe; great-grandchildren, Kimberly, Veronica, Jacob and Michael Sanchez; and many other family members, including his beloved dog, Midnight. He was a Navy World War II Veteran, serving in the South Pacific. Roman and Ferminia relocated from Vaughn, NM 21 years ago. For the last four months, he had been a resident of St. Theresa's Rehab Center where he enjoyed the entire staff who cared for him during his illness. Pallbearers will be George Montano, Michael Sanchez, Jacob Sanchez, Juan Sanchez, Miguel Gonzales and Jason Morett. Honorary Pallbearers are Kimberly Sanchez and Veronica Sanchez. The Rosary will be recited on Friday, December 30, 2011, 10:30 a.m. with Mass being celebrated at 11:00 a.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco Dr. SW. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Roman at www.RememberTheirStory.com. FRENCH 1111 University Blvd NE 505-843-6333
|
