Gilbert Sena

Sena, Gilbert  
Age 64 of Rio Rancho, formerly of Las Vegas, New Mexico passed away into the arms of our Lord & Savior on Friday June 19, 2015. He was born on March 6, 1951 in Gonzales Ranch, New Mexico to the late Miguel & Casimira Sena. He was preceeded in death by his parents Miguel Sena & Casimira Gonzales Sena & his brother Sam Sena Sr. He is survived by his wife of 44 years Erma Sena, his daughters Roma Marquez & husband Carlos of Rio Rancho, Cassandra Valencia of Rio Rancho & Franchesca Salgado & husband Monico of Albuquerque; His 7 Grandsons RJ, Christian & Jonathon Valencia, Donovan & Isaiah Marquez, Justin & Jacob Salgado. Brothers Bill Sena of Albuquerque, Eddie Sena & wife Kathy of Las Vegas, Al Sena & wife Vivian of Albuquerque. Sisters Angela Gonzales & husband Floyd Sr. of Albuquerque & Ida Castro of Pueblo, Co. He is also survived by many wonderful nephews, nieces, sisters-in law, brothers-in-law, cousins & friends whom he loved. He graduated from West Las Vegas High School in 1969. He was a veteran of the United States Navy, serving on the USS Richard E. Kraus. He received his BS degree from New Mexico Highlands University in 1995.  He retired from the United States Postal Service after 40 years. He was a lifelong Christian and member of Calvary of Albuquerque. Gilbert had the greatest joy in being Papu to his 7 grandsons. He loved the game of basketball and watching his grandsons play a variety of sports. He enjoyed traveling with his wife and family. He and his wife had recently moved to Rio Rancho to be close to their 3 daughters, son-in-laws and grandsons. He brought so much joy and love to our lives. He was the cornerstone of our family and we will forever cherish his advice, his loyalty and dedication to God and his family. A celebration of his life will be held Wednesday June 24, 2015 at Daniels Funeral Home at 4310 Sara Road  SE Rio Rancho, New Mexico, 87124 with a viewing from 4:00 - 6:00 pm, with memorial service following at 6:00 pm. Interment will be held Thursday June 25, 2015 at 9:45 am at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe. NM. Serving as pallbearers are: RJ Valencia, Carlos Marquez, Monico Salgado, Sam Sena Jr., James Sena Sr. & Fred Rodarte. Honorary Pallbearers: Al Sena, Bill Sena, Eddie Sena, Christian Valencia, Donovan Marquez & Justin Salgado.To view information or leave a condolence, please visit www.danielsfuneral.com  
Daniels Family Funeral Services
4310 Sara Road SE
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
505-892-9920