Joe Soliz

Joe Soliz passed away on Monday, December 8th, 2025, in Roswell, N.M. Please take a moment to share a kind thought or memory with Joe Soliz's family at www.andersonbethany.com

Services will be held at Anderson Bethany, 2609 South Main, Roswell, N.M., on Saturday, December 20th at 10:00 am. Interment will follow at McBride Veterans Memorial at South Park Cemetery (Northside of the cemetery, 1st and F St.). Reception to follow at Serenity Hall, 1000 E. Bland.

On August 29th,1947, Joe Soliz was born to Ramon and Cerilia Soliz in Santa Rita N.M.

He always reminded us that God comes first, and family follows right behind, and he lived every day by that truth. Born with an incredible work ethic and a talent for anything he put his mind and hands to, Papo was truly one of a kind. A gifted and amazing guitar player, he filled homes and hearts with music. He served in the United States Navy from September 24, 1965, to September 16th, 1969, and was then transferred to the U.S. Naval Reserves. Joe received his associates degree at Eastern. He built a lifetime of skill and service as a social worker, truck driver, vacuum and sewing-machine repairman, managed Pizza Hut locations, owned and operated a landscaping business, and proudly owned and operated the locally well-known Burrito Loco from 1989 to 2004.

Papo took great pride in yard work, loved to go fishing, and enjoyed nothing more than sitting on his porch talking with family and friends. He was always tinkering in his shed-always creating, always learning-never without a story, a laugh, or a song. His spirit was larger than life, and his humor and confidence left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him. They truly broke the mold with him.

We are endlessly grateful for every memory, every laugh, every song, and every lesson he gave us. His presence will always be felt in our hearts.

Rest easy, Papo. You fought the good fight. We will carry your legacy with pride and love-always. 444 #SolizStrong!

Survivors: Those left to eternally treasure and cherish memories of Joe Soliz are: the love of his life, his wife Ester Soliz, and their five children: Valerie, Jacob, Joshua, Evangelina, and Nichole. He is also survived by his sisters, Mary Soliz and Yolanda Gamboa. He leaves behind a beautiful legacy of 20 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren, each one a testament to the strong, loving family he and Ester built together.

Joe is preceded in death by his parents, Ramon and Cerilia Soliz; his sister, Yolanda Soliz; his brothers, Gene, Jerry, Adam, and Melvin Soliz; his beloved granddaughter, Victoria Jewel De Los Santos; and his grandson, Tony Ramirez.

The family wishes to extend sincere thanks to all the doctors and nurses at UNM, Lovelace Regional, and Casa Maria who helped. Joe knew you all by name and created a bond with many of you. Special thanks to Dr. Rader, Dr. Torres, and Dr. Hernandez.

The family suggests donations be made to https://gofund.me/837de2e61 in honor of Joe Soliz.

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