Jim Baca

BACA, JIM M.Age 70, passed away Monday, November 19, 2012 after a long battle with cancer. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Alice Baca; daughters, Jeannette (Tim) Wilson, Teri (Brad) Smith, and Annalee Esterly; son, Jason (Phuong) Baca; grandchildren, Jake, Justin, Nolan and Audrina; step-grandchildren, Whitney, Hunter, KateLynn and KayLee; siblings, George (Bert) Baca, Rose (Robert) DeBlassie, and Cecilia (Paul) Butler; brothers-in-law, Cale, Jack, and Oran; and many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Mauricio and Estella L. Baca; and brothers, Gilroy and Robert. Jim retired from the Department of Defense at Kirtland Air Force Base after almost 35 years of service for our country. Jim was a long-time member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church and The Pajarito Thunderbird Club. Rosary will be recited Friday, November 23, 2012, 6:00 pm at French - Wyoming Chapel, with visitation one hour prior from 5:00 - 6:00 pm. Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, November 24, 2012, 10:00 am at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. A reception will also take place from 5-7pm at FRENCH - Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd NE. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Flowers may be sent to FRENCH Mortuary 7121 Wyoming Blvd NE. Please visit our online guest book for Jim at Wyoming Blvd. NE505-823-9400The Baca family would like to invite you to a reception Saturday, November 24, 2012 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm at French-Lomas chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd NE.