Manuel Sotero Lucero passed away on Tuesday, February 22, 2022, at the age of 81, after a courageous battle with brain cancer.
Manuel was surrounded by his entire family, who will strive to honor his memory by modelling their lives in the same way he lived his.
Manuel was born in Ponderosa, NM on December 4, 1940.
Manuel was a resident of Albuquerque but continued to spend much of his life in Ponderosa, where he found fulfillment in ranching and farming.
After graduating high school, as the valedictorian, he moved to Albuquerque where he started working for the New Mexico Department of Labor where he also found Josephine, his wife of 51 years.
Manuel retired 25 years later at the young age of 43.
Manuel continued an active lifestyle after retiring. He worked as a handyman, mowing lawns and fixing swamp coolers.
Manuel was a kind, patient, and generous person. If a job needed to be done, Manuel was there. Manuel didn't need to be asked nor did he seek compensation.
His most rewarding job after retiring, was taking care of his three grandchildren. Manuel was the official chauffer, back and forth from various schools and practices. His zest for life will be remembered by his hard work and dedication to his family, community and strangers alike. Manuel will forever be known for his contagious smile and his stark white hair.
Manuel is survived by his loving wife, Josephine, his three children, Melinda (Mark), Kevin and Rebecca. Most importantly his three cherished grandchildren, Sean, Analicia and Felicia. Manuel is also survived by his three younger sisters, Rosalie Lucero, Diane Taylor and Hilda Darnell, whose lives were shaped by his never-ending love and support.
Manuel was preceded in death by his parents, Sotero and Jacoba Lucero, his brother, Toby and his baby sister, María Matilde.
His life will be honored with a Rosary on Friday, March 4, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. in Old Town at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church, 2005 N. Plaza St. NW, in Albuquerque. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Santo Toribio Catholic Church in Ponderosa, New Mexico on Saturday, March 5, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. followed by a reception at the local community center. A private burial service will be held at later date. Pallbearers will be Roger Trujillo, Mike Trujillo, Ray Rivera, Wesley Leyba, Mark Sáiz and Sean Sáiz. Honorary pallbearer will be Carlos Sandoval.
The family would like to thank the numerous friends and family who have delivered food, brought flowers, visited and called to console us in our time of grief.
Manuel was surrounded by his entire family, who will strive to honor his memory by modelling their lives in the same way he lived his.
Manuel was born in Ponderosa, NM on December 4, 1940.
Manuel was a resident of Albuquerque but continued to spend much of his life in Ponderosa, where he found fulfillment in ranching and farming.
After graduating high school, as the valedictorian, he moved to Albuquerque where he started working for the New Mexico Department of Labor where he also found Josephine, his wife of 51 years.
Manuel retired 25 years later at the young age of 43.
Manuel continued an active lifestyle after retiring. He worked as a handyman, mowing lawns and fixing swamp coolers.
Manuel was a kind, patient, and generous person. If a job needed to be done, Manuel was there. Manuel didn't need to be asked nor did he seek compensation.
His most rewarding job after retiring, was taking care of his three grandchildren. Manuel was the official chauffer, back and forth from various schools and practices. His zest for life will be remembered by his hard work and dedication to his family, community and strangers alike. Manuel will forever be known for his contagious smile and his stark white hair.
Manuel is survived by his loving wife, Josephine, his three children, Melinda (Mark), Kevin and Rebecca. Most importantly his three cherished grandchildren, Sean, Analicia and Felicia. Manuel is also survived by his three younger sisters, Rosalie Lucero, Diane Taylor and Hilda Darnell, whose lives were shaped by his never-ending love and support.
Manuel was preceded in death by his parents, Sotero and Jacoba Lucero, his brother, Toby and his baby sister, María Matilde.
His life will be honored with a Rosary on Friday, March 4, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. in Old Town at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church, 2005 N. Plaza St. NW, in Albuquerque. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Santo Toribio Catholic Church in Ponderosa, New Mexico on Saturday, March 5, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. followed by a reception at the local community center. A private burial service will be held at later date. Pallbearers will be Roger Trujillo, Mike Trujillo, Ray Rivera, Wesley Leyba, Mark Sáiz and Sean Sáiz. Honorary pallbearer will be Carlos Sandoval.
The family would like to thank the numerous friends and family who have delivered food, brought flowers, visited and called to console us in our time of grief.
Manuel Sotero Lucero passed away on Tuesday, February 22, 2022, at the age of 81, after a courageous battle with brain cancer.
Manuel was surrounded by his entire family, who will strive to honor his memory by modelling their lives in the same way he lived his.
Manuel was born in Ponderosa, NM on December 4, 1940.
Manuel was a resident of Albuquerque but continued to spend much of his life in Ponderosa, where he found fulfillment in ranching and farming.
After graduating high school, as the valedictorian, he moved to Albuquerque where he started working for the New Mexico Department of Labor where he also found Josephine, his wife of 51 years.
Manuel retired 25 years later at the young age of 43.
Manuel continued an active lifestyle after retiring. He worked as a handyman, mowing lawns and fixing swamp coolers.
Manuel was a kind, patient, and generous person. If a job needed to be done, Manuel was there. Manuel didn't need to be asked nor did he seek compensation.
His most rewarding job after retiring, was taking care of his three grandchildren. Manuel was the official chauffer, back and forth from various schools and practices. His zest for life will be remembered by his hard work and dedication to his family, community and strangers alike. Manuel will forever be known for his contagious smile and his stark white hair.
Manuel is survived by his loving wife, Josephine, his three children, Melinda (Mark), Kevin and Rebecca. Most importantly his three cherished grandchildren, Sean, Analicia and Felicia. Manuel is also survived by his three younger sisters, Rosalie Lucero, Diane Taylor and Hilda Darnell, whose lives were shaped by his never-ending love and support.
Manuel was preceded in death by his parents, Sotero and Jacoba Lucero, his brother, Toby and his baby sister, María Matilde.
His life will be honored with a Rosary on Friday, March 4, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. in Old Town at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church, 2005 N. Plaza St. NW, in Albuquerque. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Santo Toribio Catholic Church in Ponderosa, New Mexico on Saturday, March 5, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. followed by a reception at the local community center. A private burial service will be held at later date. Pallbearers will be Roger Trujillo, Mike Trujillo, Ray Rivera, Wesley Leyba, Mark Sáiz and Sean Sáiz. Honorary pallbearer will be Carlos Sandoval.
The family would like to thank the numerous friends and family who have delivered food, brought flowers, visited and called to console us in our time of grief.
Manuel was surrounded by his entire family, who will strive to honor his memory by modelling their lives in the same way he lived his.
Manuel was born in Ponderosa, NM on December 4, 1940.
Manuel was a resident of Albuquerque but continued to spend much of his life in Ponderosa, where he found fulfillment in ranching and farming.
After graduating high school, as the valedictorian, he moved to Albuquerque where he started working for the New Mexico Department of Labor where he also found Josephine, his wife of 51 years.
Manuel retired 25 years later at the young age of 43.
Manuel continued an active lifestyle after retiring. He worked as a handyman, mowing lawns and fixing swamp coolers.
Manuel was a kind, patient, and generous person. If a job needed to be done, Manuel was there. Manuel didn't need to be asked nor did he seek compensation.
His most rewarding job after retiring, was taking care of his three grandchildren. Manuel was the official chauffer, back and forth from various schools and practices. His zest for life will be remembered by his hard work and dedication to his family, community and strangers alike. Manuel will forever be known for his contagious smile and his stark white hair.
Manuel is survived by his loving wife, Josephine, his three children, Melinda (Mark), Kevin and Rebecca. Most importantly his three cherished grandchildren, Sean, Analicia and Felicia. Manuel is also survived by his three younger sisters, Rosalie Lucero, Diane Taylor and Hilda Darnell, whose lives were shaped by his never-ending love and support.
Manuel was preceded in death by his parents, Sotero and Jacoba Lucero, his brother, Toby and his baby sister, María Matilde.
His life will be honored with a Rosary on Friday, March 4, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. in Old Town at San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church, 2005 N. Plaza St. NW, in Albuquerque. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Santo Toribio Catholic Church in Ponderosa, New Mexico on Saturday, March 5, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. followed by a reception at the local community center. A private burial service will be held at later date. Pallbearers will be Roger Trujillo, Mike Trujillo, Ray Rivera, Wesley Leyba, Mark Sáiz and Sean Sáiz. Honorary pallbearer will be Carlos Sandoval.
The family would like to thank the numerous friends and family who have delivered food, brought flowers, visited and called to console us in our time of grief.
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