Pilar Padilla

PADILLA - Pilar Padilla, 77, passed away on Saturday, May 28, 2011 in Socorro, NM surrounded by his loving family. Pilar was born on May 20, 1934 in Magdalena, NM. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Deluvina Padilla; his devoted sons, Albert Padilla and wife, Sherry; Ruben Padilla and companion, Josie Pino; and Juan Padilla; his loving daughters, Judy Gonzales; Geraldine Padilla; and Consuelo Padilla; 12 grandchildren, Shawn; Alan; James; Jason; Johnny Joe; Melanie; Mark; Angelica; Christine; Diane; Patricia; and Ruben Jr.; 19 great grandchildren; his brothers, George Padilla; and Steve Padilla; his sister, Maryanne Salas; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Pilar was a lifelong resident of Socorro. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved to fish, hunt, and camp, especially with his family. Pilar was a jack of all trades, he taught his children and grandchildren so much and he was always there to turn to when anyone had a question, or needed advice or support. He is preceded in death by his parents, his beloved son, Frankie Padilla; and many brothers and sisters. A Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 1, 2011 at the Daniels Family Funeral Service Socorro Chapel from 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 4, 2011 at 1:00 pm also at The Daniels Family Funeral Services Socorro Chapel with Sister, Annie Rincon officiating. Pallbearers are Shawn Gonzales, Alan Padilla, Jason Romero, James Padilla, Johnny Joe Scates, and Melanie Gonzales. Honorary Pallbearers are Mark Padilla, Angelica Padilla, Christine Olguin, Diane Torres, Patricia Padilla, and Ruben Padilla Jr. Pilar’s care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 309 Garfield Socorro, NM 87801 (575) 835-1530