Ralph Antonio Garcia

Ralph Antonio Garcia was called to his eternal home on April 10, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 13, 1941 in Logan, NM to Juan Fermin Garcia and Nicolasita (Cordova) Garcia. Ralph loved spending time in the kitchen, and his pies and food will be remembered for years to come. Ralph enjoyed spending time with his family, however, his grandchildren were precious to him and he particularly enjoyed every minute he spent with them. Ralph was also very fond of Chase and Katie Hittson, whom he looked after as his own children. Ralph is preceded in death by his parents, his son Thomas A. Garcia, his brothers: Jimmy, Tony, Fermin, Steve and Alfred Garcia and his sisters: Rita Crespin, Ramona Peachy, Louisa Ramirez and Lucy Garcia. Surviving Ralph are his wife: Virginia, daughter: Nicole and husband: Shane, his grandsons: Ayden and Ezra, and his brothers: John and Joe Garcia. Visitation for family and friends will be Monday, April 18, 2022, from 1-4pm at Chavez Funeral Home in Santa Rosa. Visitation will be again on Tuesday, April 19, 2022 from 9-10am at San Antonio Catholic Church in Logan, NM, followed by the recitation of the Most Holy Rosary at 10am. The Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11am, with Father Hyginus Anuta officiating. Ralph will be laid to rest at Logan Cemetery in Logan, NM with Chad Garcia, Nathan Saiz, Kenny Garcia, Ben Morales, Jonmykel Garcia, Anthony Garcia, Chase Hittson, Shane Gill and Fritz Ramirez serving as Pallbearers. Honorary Pallbearers will include: Ayden Garcia, Ezra Garcia and Doug Myking. Services are under the direction of Chavez Funeral Home, 923 S. Third St., Santa Rosa, NM 88435. 575-472-3369. To place an online condolence or tribute, please visit www.chavezfuneralhome.com.