Jose "Biggie" Mora

Jose "Biggie" Mora, age 73, passed away surrounded by his loving family, on Friday, October 23, 2020. He was born in Bernalillo, NM on August 25, 1947, to Jose and Ramona Mora. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jose and Ramona Mora; two sisters, and two brothers.

Jose  is survived by the love of his life, wife, Darlene (Aragon) Mora of Bernalillo, NM; daughter, Crystal (Patrick) Gonzales-Hernandez of Bernalillo, NM; son, Mark (Tina) Mora of Albuquerque, NM; daughter, Deborah (Peter) Garduno-Vigil of Bernalillo, NM;  step-daughter, Joann (Fernando) Palicio of Albuquerque, NM; five grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; his three beloved dogs, Two, Heidi and Buddah. 

Jose "Biggie" was always quick with a joke, always the entertainer. He was a man who loved to help others, and give back to the community. This is evident by the many charities and fundraisers he supported during the life-span of his musical career. He was an avid member of Our Lady of Sorrows. He used his gift of singing and music to serve at his local church. He was part of the choirs at Our Lady of Sorrow, San Jose Catholic Church (Algodones), San Antonio Catholic Church (Sandia Pueblo). He was a much loved member of the community working as musician, umpire, and school bus driver for over 50 years. 

The family would like to take the time to thank the following people for their love and support; Grandpa's nurses, Jordan, Daija, and Kailey for all your devotion and loving-care; Dr. Goff and all of the incredible caregivers we encountered; The Bernalillo Senior Center; all the many friends and fellow NM musicians we now consider family. Thank you.
 

“Letter From Heaven”
To my dearest family and friends, some things I’d like to say…
But first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I’m writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there’s no more tears of sadness; Here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I am out of sight.
Remember that I am with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through.
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, “I welcome you.
It’s good to have you back again, You were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, They’ll be here later on.
I need you here so badly, you are part of my plan.
There is so much that we can do, to help our mortal man”.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night the days chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you ... in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years.
Because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you , you wouldn’t understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is over.
I’m closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
But together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I’d like it for you too;
That as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who is in sorrow and pain;
Then you can say to God at night … My day was not in vain. 
And now I am contented … that my life was worthwhile.
Knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low;
Just lend a hand to pick them up, as on your way you go.
When you’re walking down the street and you’ve got me on your mind;
I’m walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it’s time for you to go…from that body to be free.
Remember you’re not going…you’re coming here to me.

   
For the health and safety of all those we love, services will be held at a later date.