Maurice E Santillanes

Maurice E. Santillanes went to his permanent home on February 3, 2015 surrounded by his family. He is survived by his wife Nancy Santillanes; son Kenneth Santillanes, wife Hope, Kevin Santillanes, fiancé Lisa, daughter Kristy Gould and husband Eddie. Grandchildren Vanessa Santillanes, Jaymin Edward Maurice Gould, Ty Gould and Dani Gould. Brother Billy Santillanes, wife Ellen, sister Vicky Armijo, brothers Joseph and Orlando Santillanes and sister-in-law Arlene Santillanes, as well as several nieces and nephews. He was preceeded in death by parents Luis and Rosa Santillanes, siblings Louie Santillanes and Lala Roybal. To say he was an avid Lobo fan would be an understatement. He retired from the City of Albuquerque and served our country in the United States Army. He loved fishing and gardening. He loved taking his kids to the Lobo games and spending time with his grandchildren. He will be greatly missed. Pallbearers, Darren Anzures, Michael Armijo, Eddie Santillanes, Geary Anzures, Anthony Santillanes and Abe Lopez. Honorary pallbearers, Ronnie Santillanes, Richard Torrez, David Santillanes, Baby John Santillanes, Genaro Pedroncelli, and Phillip Armijo. A Visitation will take place on Friday, February 6th at 6:00 PM with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00PM at Riverside Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo NE. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday February 7 at 9:00 AM at Holy Family Church 562 Atrisco Dr SW. Interment will follow immediately at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Please visit Mr. Santillanes guest register at www.riversidefunerals.com. Arrangements entrusted to Riverside Funeral Home, 225 San Mateo NE, (505)764-9663.