Jose Manuel Saiz Jr., age 43, passed away on September 14, 2025, in the loving care of Inhora. He was born on July 26, 1982, and throughout his life, he was known for his generous heart, his love of crafts and drawing, and his ability to bring laughter to everyone around him. He had a love for making music and a creative mind with his tattooing. A true jokester with a giving spirit, Jose touched countless lives with his humor and kindness.
Jose is survived by his father, Manuel Jose Saiz Sr.; his mother, Velma J. Saiz; his beloved daughter, Mia J. Saiz (Thomas Weber); and his sisters: Monica Saiz (Esteban Sevilla), Miranda Zitting (Mark Zitting), Marissa Saiz, Angela Sepulveda, Victoria Sanchez (Juan Sanchez), Linda Sepulveda, and Christine Sepulveda (Rick White). He is also survived by his grandmother, Angela Sanchez.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Beatrice Saiz de Sanchez.
Jose’s life will be honored with services at Church of the Ascencion, 2150 Raymac Rd. S.W., Albuquerque, NM 87105:
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
5:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.: Viewing/Family Visitation
6:00 p.m.: Rosary
Thursday, September 25, 2025
10:00 a.m.: Funeral Mass
Reception to follow at Los Padillas Community Center, 2117 Los Padillas Rd. S.W.
Graveside services will be held on
Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Nuestra Señora del Refugio, Puerto de Luna, New Mexico, with a reception to follow.
Jose will be remembered for the joy he brought to others, his creativity, and his deep love for family. His laughter and light will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
Arrangements are being handled by the caring professionals at New Mexico Cremation Service, where an online guest register is available at nmcremation.com