Lisandro Rivera Jr.

Lisandro Rivera Jr., 83, passed away on July 7, 2025 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, surrounded by his loving family. Lisandro was born in Sile, New Mexico to his parents, the late Lisandro Rivera Sr, and Rita on July 18, 1941.

He is survived by his wife Josephine; married 56 years, and daughters Denise and Donna. His brother Bernie (Melba) and two sisters Marianita (Mike) and Virginia (David) and many beloved nephews, nieces, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his siblings Escolastico, Clovia, Roy, Edelmira, Maurilio, Joe, James, and Fred.

Lisandro served his country when he was drafted into the Army during the Vietnam war. He worked for the State of New Mexico within the Employment Security Commission as a Systems Analyst Manager for 25 years. After his retirement he became a full-time rancher raising beef cattle for 30 years.

Lisandro was an active member of Queen of Heaven Catholic Parish for 55 years. He served in several ministries throughout the years including Lector, Eucharistic Minister, Parish Council President, leader of the Marriage Enrichment Program, Little Parishes, the Renew Program and Guadalupanos (Our Lady of Guadalupe Society.)

Lisandro was a faithful and prayerful man dedicated to our Blessed Mother Mary and our Lord Jesus Christ. He was happiest while sharing his immense knowledge about his Catholic Faith and Our Lady of Guadalupe. He had vast knowledge of many subjects and loved to share what he knew with others. He had a love for and extensive knowledge of the bible and prayed devoutly. He is loved and missed by all.

Lisandro, Vaya En Las Manos De Dios!

Services will be held at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church Thursday, July 17, 2025; Visitation at 9am with Rosary at 9:30am with Mass following at 10am. Reception after at the Parish Hall. Burial Friday, July 18, 2025 at 9:30am Santa Fe National Cemetery.