It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Joe S. Utara of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, who passed away on June 29, 2022, at the age of 85, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Charles Utara and Ona Utara; his brothers, Peter of Melrose Park, Gus of Clinton, IA, Victor of Chicago and Topeka; his nephews, John of Chicago, IL, Peter Jr. of Chicago, IL and Raymond of Chicago, IL; and his niece Kazi Elrich of River Forest, IL..

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Mercer Funeral Home

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July 20, 2022

Love, Bill and Valerie Pogeman sent flowers

“In loving memory of Joe S. Utara, You always had a smile to share, time to give and time to care. You had a wonderful nature warm and true. You were our special friend. We will miss spending time with Vera and you at the Albuquerque Balloon Festivals.”

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July 20, 2022

William Pogeman wrote a sympathy message

“You always had a smile to share, time to give and time to care. You had a wonderful nature warm and true. You were our special friend. We will miss spending time with Vera and you at the Albuquerque Balloon Festivals. Love, Bill and Valerie Pogeman”