Fernando Coca

It is with heavy hearts and great sadness we share the devastating sudden loss of our Fernando Eric Coca, born April 12, 1977 who gained his angel wings on February 2, 2023.

Nando was funny, outgoing, and vivacious. His love for people and his family was undeniable. He had such an infectious smile and personality which would light up a room. Anyone who met him was always greeted with a happy smile and a big hug.

He is preceded in death by his father, Fred Coca; paternal grandfather Eluterio Fernando Coca; maternal grandparents Cruz & Rosabel Valerio; uncles: Alex Valerio, Celso Vallejos, Harry Coca and Julian Coca; and stepfather Clarence Valerio.

He is survived by his loving wife Stephanie; children Ashlyn, Jayden, Kaylene and Eric; two grandchildren; and his mother Yolanda. He is also survived by uncles and aunts, Richard Valerio (Louella), Marvin Valerio, Darlene Lopez (Mike), Francella Vigil (Donald), Earl Valerio (Elaine), Geri Valerio (David), Marcella Vallejos, Irene Ortiviz (Ray), Lucille Trujillo (George), Della Coca and Jose Coca; mother-in-law Maryann Casias, brother-in-law Eric Marquez, and numerous loving cousins, family and friends.

Visitation and funeral services for Fernando will begin at 11:00 a.m., on Monday, February 13, 2023, at the Rivera Family Kiva Chapel of Light, 417 Rodeo Rd., Santa Fe with burial to follow at Rosario Cemetery at 1:00 p.m.

Pallbearers: Richie Valerio, Eriq Valerio, Bryan Vigil, Ryan Vigil, Eric Marquez and Mikaylon Montoya. Honorary Pallbearer: James Pacheco.