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GARCIA -- Gilbert Garcia passed away on June 5, 2010. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on May 18, 1927. He was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his father, Reyes Garcia; his mother, Ignacita Garcia; and his brothers, Fidel, Soilo and Roldon. He is survived by his brothers, Lawrence and Moises from Los Angeles, California. In Albuquerque, he is survived by his aunt, Fidela Montoya; several nieces, nephews and many great nephews and nieces. Gilbert served in the Army during World War II. He worked at the Isleta Casino for many years. He retired in January of 2008 due to declining health. He attended Mass on a regular basis at St. Anne Catholic Church. He loved good food, music and dancing. He also loved to play cards and traveled often to Las Vegas and Laughlin, Nevada, and the various casinos in the Albuquerque area. Gilbert was a devoted brother and uncle. Family was very important to him. He was a wonderful friend and he touched the lives of many and he will be greatly missed. His brothers want to acknowledge and give special thanks to his nephew, Reyes Garcia; his nieces, Ignacita Garcia, Michelle Garcia and Bobbie Agee; and his cousin, Frances Anaya for their constant and loving care during his long illness. A Mass will be held at St. Anne Catholic Church on Thursday, June 10, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. Following Mass his ashes will be interred in the grave of his beloved mother at Santa Clarita Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Frank Gabaldon and Dave Agee. Services are in the care of: Salazar & Sons Mortuary 400 Third St. SW 247-4124
        Published on: Wed June 09, 2010