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Obituary for DELAO


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Wednesday April 25, 2012

ARTHUR Age 89, died of a broken heart on April 20, 2012, three weeks after losing his beloved wife, Theresa. They were married for sixty five years. He is survived by his children Arthur Jr. and wife Zayda, Theresa DeLaO, Mike DeLaO and wife Anna, Veronica Chavez and husband Mike; thirteen grandchildren; and sixteen great-grandchildren. Arthur was raised at the St. Anthony's Orphanage as a child along his brothers. In his youth he joined the CCC Camps and then proudly served in the U S Army during WWII. After his service in the military he studied at St. Joseph's College and later worked for the U S Post Office until he retired. Arthur loved the outdoors, especially fishing and hunting. He was an avid bowler and loved the Lakers. Arthur was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He was a humble man and appreciated the simple things in life. He will be greatly missed and forever live in our hearts. To view information or leave a condolence please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-821-0010