Francisco Garcia

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Francisco (Frank) Garcia. He was 84 years old upon his peaceful passing July 9, 2022 at his home surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Juan L. Garcia and Candelaria (Martinez) Garcia and 3 siblings. Frank is survived by his wife of 59 years Edwina (Roybal) Garcia and his sons John Paul, wife Veronica, and Jerry Angelo. He loved his grandchildren Janine M. Chapman, husband Jeremy, and Francisco Ramon and his great-grandchildren; Julia-Ann, Jia and Sammy. They affectionately referred to him as Grandpa Pops. Also survived by his brother Rubel Garcia, wife Virginia, sister Cecilia Melendez along with numerous nephews, nieces and multiple friends. Frank was a member of the armed forces both Navy and Air Force totaling 8 years. After which he joined the Santa Fe Police Department retiring as a Lieutenant having served the citizens of Santa Fe for 18 years.

He enjoyed helping his friends and family with construction projects, renovation and building of additions to homes. He assisted in the building of the new Our Lady of Health Catholic Church in Las Cruces, NM. He enjoyed going fishing and hunting along with riding motorcycles and maintaining his beautiful yard.

Pallbearers; John Paul Garcia, Jerry Angelo Garcia, Jeremy Chapman, Francisco Ramon Garcia, Anthony Garcia, and Bob Baca Jr.

For the health and safety of all, masks will be required to attend the following services honoring Frank. A rosary will be recited at Santa Maria De La Paz, 11 College Ave, Santa Fe, NM on Wednesday, July 27 at 9:30 am following the visitation at 9:00 am. The Catholic Mass will be held at 10:00 am at Santa Maria De La Paz followed by burial services with full military honors at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 pm.