Las Cruces, New Mexico
1956 - 2017
Roberto "Chito" Granillo, age 61, lifelong resident of Las Cruces passed away Tuesday, October 10, 2017 at Memorial Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. "Chito", as he was fondly known to family and friends, was born March 22, 1956 to Leonardo and Lucia Barela Granillo. He was a self-employed handyman.
Survivors include a son, Albert Granillo; a daughter, Amanda Lopez (Joshua) all of Albuquerque; four brothers, Samuel Granillo (Gracie) and Antonio Granillo all of Las Cruces, Leonardo Granillo, Jr, of Albuquerque and Steve Granillo of Denver, CO. Other survivors include one grandson, Robert Jr., as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Chito was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Irene Chaparro.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2 PM Friday (today), October 13, 2017 at Baca's Funeral Chapel, 300 E. Boutz Road with Pastor Jason Walker officiating. Inurnment of cremains will take place at a later date.
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Thank you everyone we appreciate everything. Godbless you all. He is in a better place . he will always be missed..
Amanda Granillo
December 21, 2017 | Albuquerque, NM | Daughter
My condolences my prayers and my thoughts are with the Granillo family. Patsy Montoya
October 24, 2017
My condolences to the Garnillo family. God Bless you all. I knew Robert from Jr. High. He was always so friendly. God has gained a caring sole.
Gloria Jacquez
October 24, 2017 | Las Cruces, NM
My deep sympathy goes out to all of Robert's family!!
I worked side by side as handyman, him always showing me how to do good work. Back in 1976!! May he Rest In Peace!!
Gabriel Apodaca
October 20, 2017 | Round Rock, TX
My deepest condolences reach out to Roberts family, and also the Granillo Family, especially Gracie, Sammy, Reddy, Stevie and Leo Jr. I'm very sorry to hear about this and my prayers and thoughts will be with you. I remember his laugh, his silly jokes and was always very friendly with everyone and kept in touch with our family throughout these years. May he rest in peace
Sylvia Garcia Keeley
October 18, 2017 | White Lake, MI
We were play mates ages ago. His mom and dad were my brother Larry Martinez confirmation parents and compadres of my mom and dad , Simon Jr and Patricia Martinez of Brazito NM. My deepest condolences to all the Granillo Family
Freddy Martinez aka Eugene Martinez of Brazito NM
Freddy Martinez
October 16, 2017 | Brazito, NM
We are so sorry for your loss. The Almanzar family visited many times in the Granillo home as our parents were compadres. Our thoughts and prayers are with Chito's family. We extend condolences to Leo, Sammy, Stevie, and Reddy, also.
Ernie & Vicky Garcia
October 14, 2017 | Mesilla, NM
Our condolences to Susanne and family, praying the Lord give you comfort knowing he no longer suffers. May the Lord fill you with His peace. Joann (Anna) Reynolds
Joann Reynolds
October 13, 2017 | Alamogordo, NM | Friend
Mike Romero Jr & Family
October 13, 2017 | Mesilla Park, NM