Holy Rosary for Pablo S. Padilla, 93, will be Recited at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 22, at Madre de Dios Catholic Church, with Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10 a.m. Viewing will be held from 9 to 9:45 a.m. Burial will follow services at Desert View Cemetery.
The Gates of Heaven were opened for Pablo on June 17, at Little Colorado Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. Pablo was a man who was caring, wise, always gave his best and who loved his family dearly with all his heart. He served his country in Korea for 4 years. He worked for the city for 33 years. He was a volunteer fireman, worked at Phil McLaws service station to support his family. Most of all, he was a life time member at Madre de Dios Church, he had a personal key for the church. He was an example to many in his religious life.
He is survived by his loving wife, Bessie for 69 years; son, Albert (Cloe); daughters, Pauline Freeman (Bruce), Bobbie Colbath, Henrietta Austin (Steve) and Bernie (Troy); nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; Bessie’s brothers, Fred Ortiz and Jerry (Evelyn) Ortiz; and many nephews and nieces.
He is preceded in death by his son, Edward Padilla; parents and siblings.
Greer’s Mortuary handled the arrangements.
