Visitation for Clifford "Sam" Alfred Sambrano, of Tularosa, will be at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2008, at LaGrone Funeral Chapel in Ruidoso. A prayer vigil will follow visitation at 6 p.m. Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008, at St. Jude's Catholic Church in San Patricio with burial to follow at the Salcido Family Cemetery, outside Hondo.
Clifford was born on June 11, 1957, in Ruidoso to Moises M. and Elizabeth Sambrano and died on Sept. 27, 2008, in Alamogordo at the age of 57. He was raised in Hondo and Carrizozo and graduated from Carrizozo High School. He went on to obtain an Associate Degree from New Mexico State University in agriculture mechanics. He moved to California and worked for the Union 76 Refinery and it was there that he met his wife Irene and they married on Oct. 10, 1979, in Long Beach, Calif. They returned to the area in 1989 and have resided in the Tularosa Basin area since 1995. Clifford was working as a facilities technician at the White Sands Missile Range upon his death. He was a Navy veteran and a member of the American Legion Chapter No. 8. He was a member of the Patriot Guard Rider Organization. He had been a member of the Lincoln County Sheriffs Posse and a dispatcher for the Ruidoso Police Department. He loved to fish, hunt and shoot. He was always laughing and enjoyed being with people.
His best love was riding his motorcycle with his friends and riding his horse. He even tried bull riding, just once.
Clifford was preceded in death by his father and grandparents. He is survived by his wife, Irene Sambrano; his mother, Elizabeth Sambrano; his sons, Clifford Sambrano Jr. and Salvador Sambrano; his daughter, Julia Sava; his brothers, Gilbert, Lorenzo, Moises Jr. and Alex Sambrano; his sister, Bernice Austad; and grandchildren Alyssa and Anthony Sava, and Alissa, Elliana and Angelee Sambrano.
Pallbearers will be Gilbert Sambrano, Lorenzo Sambrano, Moises Sambrano Jr., Alex Sambrano, Tyrel Gooch and Bob Ryszkowski. Honorary pallbearers will be nieces, nephews and grandchildren James Austad, Carrissa Davi, Jonathan Davis, Regina Davis, Elizabeth Gooch, Katie Jo Gooch, Alissa Sambrano, Amodo Sambrano, Angelee Sambrano, Antonio Sambrano, Cerelia Sambrano, Elliana Sambrano, Gilbert Sambrano Jr., Joseph Sambrano, Moises W. Sambrano, Tara Sambrano, Alyssa Sava and Anthony Sava.
Arrangements with LaGrone Funeral Chapel of Ruidoso. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.lagronesruidoso.com.
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Irene,
There are no words that I can say to make the ache in your heart go away. Cliff will be remembered by many for his caring nature, kindness and that smile. I know that he will watch over you always.
MJ Hernandez & Dennis Edwards
Mary Jane Hernandez
October 14, 2008
Irene
I am so sorry to hear about cliff.Ijust found out about his passing today 10-7-08. May god confort you and your family always. your loving friends Danny , Lupe and Daniel V
Danny Valenzuela
October 7, 2008
Irene, we could not believe the news we were hearing during our pit stop in carrizzo, during our ride to corona. there were alot of tears coming from those 15 bikes as we continued our ride that day. we will be remembering cliff during every ride we take from now on. we love you and hope you continue to come hang out with us crazy bikers .
Frito and Sunset
October 5, 2008
To the Sambrano Family.. What moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch, we may not understand why you left this earth so soon, or why you left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we begin to remember not just that you died, but that you lived. And that your life gave us memories too beautiful to forget. As I may be far away you are in my prayers. I love all of you. Michelle Salazar/ LaMya & Quamae ( James & Linda's daughter)
Michelle Salazar
October 2, 2008
am am truely sorry for your loss it was a honor to be allowed to ride as a patriot guard rider for and with him my thoughts and prayers are with you all
john hernandez
October 1, 2008
Dear Irene and family,
Words are not adequate to express the loss I, and all us who knew Cliff, share with you today. I honestly think Cliff never met a person who wasn't a friend. Although I've only known him for a few years, his loss is like losing a brother to me. I pray that I can always be the friend to others that he was to me. We love your family very much.
Bill Guthrie
October 1, 2008
Dear family, I am sorry, so sorry to hear about Clifford. What a great friend and cousin he was. I dearly loved him. My prayers for you Irene and Aunt Libby and all the family will be constant from now on. May God hold you all in HIS loving arms and show you all the joy of His salvation. I would be there if I could. I love all of you.
Mary McTeigue
October 1, 2008
Our sympathy goes out to your family at the sudden loss of your husband, father, grandfather, son, and brother. We will remember Cliff as not only as a co-worker, but as someone who always had a smile to share when our family saw him out in the community. May God's peace, love, and comfort surround you. Our prayers are with you.
Gary, Teri, & Family
October 1, 2008
My deepest condolences to the Sambrano family. I didn't know Clifford personally but know his parents and my condolences to them and Cliffords family for the loss of a son and husband, father & brother.
Dorothy Engle
October 1, 2008
Mr. Sambrano,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your years of dedicated service and sacrifice-first for our Country when you served in the USN and secondly for the citizens of Lincoln County when you served with the Sheriff's Posse and RPD. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Fair Winds And Following Seas
Mike Casey
October 1, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cecilia McDougle
October 1, 2008
Cliff My Brother,
You checked out early and have left all of us for now. We had some good talks, rode together, saw races together, and helped each other out. Your departure has left a big empty space in my heart. Ride In Peace.
Rene Melendez
Rene Melendez
September 30, 2008
We only knew Cliff for a brief moment but his smile and presence was a great remembrance. our hearts go out to the family.
Warren T. & DanaAnn Rogers
September 30, 2008
Clifford you always brightened my day and life. I will miss you.
Gilbert Cruz
September 30, 2008
Irene,
I cant believe he's gone,..we all just rode up the hill together. Our love and prayers go out to you and the family. If you ever need anything just say the word. Ride free Cliff ride with God. Rest in Peace brother.
Bobby & Melody
September 30, 2008
Irene,
I am so sorry for your loss. Clifford was a great man who i will always remember. My prayers are with you and your family.
Always.
Vivian A. Griego
Vivian Griego
September 30, 2008
Cliff i am so sorry for your loss, if you need anything i am here. just always remember all the good times you nad your father had together. again i am very sorry
Jennifer Najar
September 30, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Cliff was not only a co-worker, but a special friend. We'll miss him dearly. God bless you.
Cathy and Juan Garcia
Cathy Garcia
September 30, 2008
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