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Fermin Garcia Obituary

Fermin (Pops) Garcia, age 97, passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2012 with his family by his side. Fermin was born on August 10, 1914 in Vigil, Co. to Alfredo and Amalia Garcia. He is survived by his children Frances (Jerome) Busemeyer and James (Carla) Garcia, 10 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his wife Sadie, daughter Phyllis Robinson, son Fermin, four brothers and two sisters. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was a member of the Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed being with his family, dancing, and going to the casinos in Cripple Creek. A rosary and memorial service will be held Friday, January 27, 2012 at St. Marys Cathedral, 22 E. Kiowa, followed by burial at Evergreen Cemetery.

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Published by The Gazette on Jan. 25, 2012.

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Angie Zadrowski

January 30, 2012

His love will burn bright in our hearts and in our memory forever. He was truly a humble & gentle man with a love for life and family.

Mark Nusskern

January 29, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

January 26, 2012

Dear Prima Francis and family,

Please accept our condolences for your loss. We enjoyed the times we spent with Primo Fermin. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you.

Marge and Jerry Trujillo family
Socorro, NM

Joan Barela

January 26, 2012

Dear Garcia Family; Although we can't be with you while you remember and mourn your loved one, please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest condolences to all.

The Lopez Family

January 26, 2012

"Fran, Jerry and all Uncle Fermins family: My deepest sympathy. May the many memories comfort you now at this most difficult time. I hope the thought that he is now participating in the most wonderful "Garcia" reunion in heaven also gives you comfort. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Patty (Garcia) Duran and family. (Vallejo,CA)

January 25, 2012

Dear Frances,Jerry and Family,

We are so sorry to hear about Uncle Fermin. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.

We love you all,

Claudia (Family) Apodaca

Patricia (family) Cooper

January 25, 2012

Dear Frances, Jerry and Family,
We are very blessed to come from such a remarkable family. Uncle Fermin is in our hearts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Patsy Cooper and all her family

Helen Sanford

January 25, 2012

Frances, Jerry & Family,

I am sorry for your loss and the continuing difficult times you are all going through. However, I feel very lucky to have met your wonderful family and that we have all been there to support each other. I hope our new friendship will continue for many years to come. May God bless you all.

Love,

Helen Sanford

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