Alberto Candelaria Obituary
The memory of Alberto Candelaria of Mountainair, New Mexico, who passed away on May 13, 2026 at the age of 86, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Alberto Candelaria to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Jose Teodoro and Luz Amalia Candelaria (Turrietta); his brother Teodoro Candelaria; his sister-in-law Oralia Candelaria; his sister Rosarito Candelaria; and his nieces and nephews, Jerry and Jose Waquie.
He is survived by: his close friend Carmelita Waquie; his children, Laurence (Sara Candelaria), Katherine Waquie and Tim (Miranda Waquie); his siblings, Guillermo (Juanita Candelaria), Alfredo (Oralia Candelaria), Mario (Frances Candelaria) and Magdalena Lajeunesse; and his grandson Ivan Nofchissey. He is also survived by 6 grandchildren, and two great grandchildren.
