Gabriel Baltazar

Gabriel Baltazar, age 62 of Chihuahua, Mexico, lived most of his life in part of New Mexico. He was taken from us on November 15, 2023, at the age of 62. He is survived by his partner of 13 years, Dolores Torrez, lovingly remembered by his mother, Martina Contreras, his children Gabriel Baltazar, wife Yanira Mendez, Antonia Baltazar, husband Leonel Diaz, Ivan Baltazar, stepson Matthew Torrez, wife Natasha Griego, stepdaughter Michelle Chavez. Gabriel has 16 grandchildren, five sisters, Juanita Baltazar, Rosa Baltazar, Rocio Baltazar, Mary Baltazar, Betty Baltazar and five brothers Jose Baltazar, Hector Baltazar, Bernardo Baltazar, Eduardo Baltazar, Luis Baltazar in addition to extended family and friends. He is proceeded in death by his father Matias Baltazar. Gabriel was born on March 24, 1962, in Chihuahua, Mexico where he went to school and later moved to New Mexico where he was a handyman and a wood hauler for most of his life. Gabriel was a very loving and caring provider and protector. He was a patriot that loved his family and would do anything to protect them in a heartbeat. He was fun, loving and enjoyed spending as much time as possible with his family who meant everything to him. He will be greatly missed by all who loved him and knew him. We will always carry his memory in our hearts. Gabriel’s services will be held November 30, 2023, at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Torreon, New Mexico. Rosary will be held at 10:00AM. Mass to follow at 11:00AM.