Julian R. Silva, 77- A resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico passed away on October 6, 2018 following a lengthy illness. He is preceded in death by his father, Tiburcio Silva, Sr., mother, Isabel Silva, brothers: Paul Silva, Tiburcio Silva, Jr., Jimmy Silva; nephew, Joseph Giron. He is survived by his daughter, Diana Silva; sisters: Mary Louise Jojola, Isabel S. Giron, Teresa Silva and Corina Montoya; numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Julian served as a radio operator in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and was so proud to serve his country. Visitation will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, at the Kiva Chapel of Light at 417 East Rodeo Road with a rosary to be recited at 6:00 p.m. Graveside Services will be held on Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care of Rivera Family Funeral Home.