Jose H. Rosales, "Joe," passed away peacefully at his home Sunday December 6, 2015.
Joe was born in Anthony NM to Jose and Ruth Rosales in 1934.
As a 1st LT in the US Army he served his country honorably in Korea. He was an electrical engineer at AT&T for 35 years before moving to Silver City in 1989.
He loved hunting, fishing, cooking and barbecuing for all his family and friends. He will be fondly remembered for participating in Christmas Toy Runs, and playing the role of Santa for local children.
He was kind and generous and loved helping people in need unexpectedly.
He is survived by his devoted and loving wife of 32 years, Marie V. Rosales, and his 8 children: Cindy Hanzel, Kathy Rosales, Pat Tolliver and her husband Dennis, Steve Rosales, Tina Nomee and her husband Raymond, Robert Casias, Kelly Kuder and her husband Paul, Gary Casias, as well as his 14 grandchildren, Jason, Shana, Desirae, Andreus, Mychal, Justin, Paul, Lauren, Hannah, Jenna, Riley, Elise, Charis and Chloe; six great-grandchildren, Jordan, Dylan, Mika, Masashi, Hayden and Kai; one great-great grandchild, Devendra. Joe is also survived by his "adopted" son Anthony Bencomo and his wife Denise and their children Anthony Jr. and Angel.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, Ann Faranow.
A Graveside service will take place on Monday, December 28, 2015 at Fort Bayard National Cemtery at 11am with full military honors.
Cremation has taken place at Terrazas Crematory.
Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels and Crematory "Trusted care for the ones you love" ~ 575-537-0777. To send condolences, visit www.terrazasfuneralchapel.com.