Joe Perea

Joe Perea, 75, of Dilia, New Mexico, passed away peacefully in his home on May 16, 2018. He was born on November 30, 1942 in Dilia, New Mexico the son of Lino and Dorthea Perea who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his younger brother Edwardo Jerry Perea He is survived by his wife, Ramona, his son Joseph Perea (wife Victoria) Grandchildren Martina Jo, Emiliano and Marcos. Stepson Fredrick Romero (wife Carol); Stepson Greg and Chanda Romero; and Stepson Jerome Romero. Grandchildren Gregory, Reese and Nathaniel Romero. Siblings; Alice Quintana; Cordy Sandoval; Frances Espinosa; Angie Baca; Seferino Perea (wife Mary Helen). Beloved Aunt Mida Branch (husband Michael). Many other nieces, nephews and cousins. Serving the family as Pall Bearers will be Frank Sandoval; Elmer Carter; Danny Baca; Ruben Sandoval; Kathryn Violet Perea; and Joe John Montoya. Readings will be done by David Quintana and Christina Espinosa. Rosary and Mass will be Tuesday May 22, 2018 at San Jose Church in Anton Chico, New Mexico at 11:00 am followed by the burial at the Dilia Cemetery and Reception down below at Maestas Lounge. The Perea family has entrusted the care of their loved one to the Rivera Family Funeral Home and Crematory, Espanola, NM