James "Santiago" Unale

It is with great sadness the family of James "Santiago" Unale announces his passing on Thursday, August 26, 2021. Born January 1942, was 79 years old and a life-long resident of Placitas, New Mexico. A retired plumbing salesman, jack of all trades, loved to grow green chili, make homemade wine, enjoyed camping and hunting. He was always willing to help his family and friends. He will be greatly missed, but will live forever in our hearts.

James was preceded in death by his parents Jacko and Bernadita Unale, sister Gloria Misquez, brother Candelario Unale, and godson Johnny Unale. He is survived by his devoted wife of 57 years JoAnn Unale, daughter Sherrie Unale, sons Marty Unale, Aaron Unale and wife Amoreena Unale. Grandchildren Jarrad Unale (Amanda Phillips), Courtney Unale, Abigail Unale, Sylvia Unale, Kyle Unale. Great Grandchildren Lacie Phillips, Jax Unale.

James is also survived by many loving siblings and their companions; Roy Unale (Anita), Erma Felix, Barbara Casaus, Sadie and Albert Ortiz, Juan and Lorraine Unale, Jackie and Kathy Unale, Mary Martinez, Salvador and Anna Unale, Julia and Albert Perez, Loretta and Al Sena, Charlie Unale, Nick and Linda Unale. He also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends.

Services will be held Wednesday, September 8, 2021, at the Las Placitas Presbyterian Church at 10:00 am. The burial will be followed at San Antonio Las Huertas Land Grant Cemetery, Placitas New Mexico.


REMEMBER ME

Don't remember me with sadness,

Don't remember me with tears,

Remember all the laughter,

We've shared throughout the years.

Now I am contented

That my life it was worthwhile,

Knowing that I passed along the way

I made somebody smile.

When you are walking down the street

And you've got me on your mind

I'm walking in your footsteps

Only half a step behind.

So please don't be unhappy

Just because I'm out of sight,

Remember that I'm with you

Each morning, noon and night.