Joe Ruiz, Sr.

Joe Ruiz Sr

June 26, 1935 - March 22, 2024

It is with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Joe, our beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, godfather, uncle and friend at the age of 88 years. He's survived by, his loving wife Elsie Ruiz of 60 years; daughters Maria, Dorinda, Liz(Aaron) and Cathy; grandchildren Phillip, Jose, Lizzette(Greg), Steven(Rebecca), Crystal(Chantel), Jazmain and Arrianna; 15 great grandchildren; Sister Pauline Pena; and many nieces, nephews and god children. 

He is preceeded in death by his son Joe Jr, mother and father, and siblings.

Joe was a lifelong resident of Santa Fe, NM. He  enjoyed hunting, bowling, and playing pool, doing word search and crossword puzzles, but most of all he loved family time. Playing poker with his family every weekend was a must.

Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, godfather, uncle and friend will be dearly missed by all.

VIEWING  April 11th, 2024 from 5pm-6pm at Rivera Family Funeral Home, 417 E. Rodeo Rd Santa Fe, NM

ROSARY April 11th, 2024 at 6pm at Rivera Family Funeral Home, 417 E. Rodeo Rd Santa Fe, NM

FUNERAL April 12th, 2024 at 12pm at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 100 S Guadalupe St, Santa Fe, NM 87501

BURIAL with full military honors to follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery, 501 N Guadalupe St, Santa Fe, NM 87501

RECEPTION to follow at the FOE, Fraternal Order of Eagles, 833 Early St, Santa Fe, NM 87505.