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Obituary for GOMEZ


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Sunday January 19, 2014

GOMEZ, STEVEN J. Devoted husband and father, Steven J. Gomez passed away January 16, 2014. He is survived by daughter, Alicia Sanasac; son-in-law, Zac Sanasac; granddaughter, Simone Sanasac; son, Jesse Gomez; brother, Michael Gomez; sister-in-law, Susan Gomez; sister, Linda Swan; brother-in-law, Robert Swan; nieces, Francesca Mora and Raquel Gomez-Casaus; father, John Gomez; step-siblings, Gwen Azar, Greg Toya, Renee Tabor, Antoinette Gomez, and John Gomez. He is also survived by numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Mary Ann in 2004. Steven was a competitive athlete, sports enthusiast and served during Vietnam as paratrooper. After honorable discharge, he toured Europe before returning to his roots at the Pueblo of Laguna. As an independent contractor, he was dedicated to enhancing homes, hospitals and recreation facilities for New Mexico's Pueblos and veterans. He had a special passion for employing tribal members and helping them to empower themselves. Memorial will be held Saturday, January 18, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at Daniels Family Funeral Home 1100 Coal Ave. SE. 87106. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. To view information or leave a condolence please visit www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800