Anthony Mark Espinoza better known as "Mark", age 55 a lifelong resident of El Llano was surrounded by his family as he went to be with our Lord God on January 19, 2017 after a lengthy illness.
Mark was preceded in death by his son Donald, fiancée Amelia Martinez and Baby Grand Daughter Natalie. His parents Antonio and Edna Espinoza and many other loving family members.
Mark was a Loving Son, Father, Brother, Grandfather, Uncle and Friend to many. He enjoyed spending time with his Family. Working on cars was one of his passions. He was a well-known Auto Body Mechanic & Painter in Espanola. This was something he took pride in and taught it to his sons when they were young. He was known for his metal flake and candy paint jobs. Mark also enjoyed restoring his Harley Davidson Motorcycles and Riding them. He loved to take his Family for rides on his Harley's especially his sister because he knew how much she loved it. He spent many days just hanging out with his Parents and Brother Jeff watching television shows about cars. He often opened up his shop and home to anyone who needed a place to stay. He was very generous and gave to everyone who needed help. He loved to visit his young Nieces and Nephews where he could be recognized by his usual “ese bro Como estas” catch phase. Mark enjoyed getting dressed up for church in shining shoes and pressed shirts he often helped out at the services as an usher during the offering collection. He will be remembered for his Kindness, Thoughtfulness and True Love for People.
Mark is survived by His two Sons Marcos and Wife Leeann and Brandon Lieber (Gabby). Sister Donna Salazar and Brother Jeff Espinoza (Michelle). Grandchildren Twyla, Jose, Derek and Elias. Special Nieces Alisha (Tony) , Kayla and Especially Audrey (Domonic) who was always willing to help Mark whenever he needed anything.
His Great Nieces and Nephews Nikko, Haylee, Missy, Marius, Aria and Jax. A special Cousin Freddy Archuleta who took time to take Mark to run errands and all his other needs, As well as many other family members and friends.
A Funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 4, 2017 at 12:00 PM at the Victory Faith Church in Espanola, NM.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Rivera Family Funeral Home of Espanola, NM.