Lovato, Virginia Loving mother, grandmother, aunt and friend went home to be with our Lord and Savior Tuesday, September 11, 2012 at the age of 79. She was born in Saint Johns, AZ to Antonio and Victoriana Otero. Virginia loved her family and raised them with lots of love and care. She loved being a home maker and enjoyed attending the Church Fiestas, playing bingo and spending time with her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband of 31 years, Avenicio Lovato and sister, Antonia Herrera. Virginia is survived by her loving children, Jeanette Gonzales and husband Eddie, Michael Gallegos and wife Ruby, son/grandson, Louis Lovato and wife Pamela; 10 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren and numerous extended family members and friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at San Martin de Porres Catholic Church, 8321 Camino San Martin SW, 87121 on Saturday, September 15, 2012 at 10:00 am; Interment will follow at Tome Cemetery in Tome, NM. Pallbearers are Carlos Lovato, David Marquez, Dominic Gallegos, Anthony Abeyta, Bobby Atencio and Gabe Maloney. Virginia will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Garcia Mortuary
717 Stover Ave. SW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
505-243-5222