Frank Lovato, 62 of Las Vegas, New Mexico was called to Eternal Rest on Ash Wednesday, March 2, 2022. Frank was devoted to his faith, to his family, and to his community. He was a humble pillar in the community, unassuming, and always lending a helping hand. Frank began his career as a volunteer fire fighter rising through the ranks to become an Engineer with the Las Vegas Fire Department. He was a devout Catholic of Our Lady of Sorrows Church. He was a member of La Sociedad de San Antonio de Padua and at one time also served as its mayordomo. He was a dedicated family man with drive to bring happiness to those around him and touched many people's lives throughout the community. Many friends, family, and coworkers have shared their stories of how Frank affected their lives in memorable ways.

Frank loved spending time with his family outdoors and at his ranch in El Pinavitoso. One of his favorite pastimes was hanging out with good company. You would often see Frank at Pedro's Bakery picking up pastries to drop off around the community or to take on his trips out of town. Frank was big on giving, and never expected anything in return. He always had time to listen to others and bring laughs to those he was around.

Frank is preceded in death by his parents, Ramon and Leonor Lovato; infant siblings, Roseanne and Christopher Lovato; sisters, Yvonne Lovato and Jane Lovato Esquibel; mother-in-law, MariaElena Montoya; brother-in-law, Michael Montoya; nephews, Carlos J. Montoya and Raymond Montoya; numerous aunts and uncles.

Frank is survived by his loving wife Ruby Lovato; father-in-law Carlos Montoya, Las Vegas, NM; children, Charlene Lopez (Carlos), Eric-Lee Frank Lovato (Victoria), Las Vegas, NM; Roberta Montoya (Reyes), El Barranco, NM; who with our Lords blessing gifted him with five grandchildren, Andres, Reyes, MariaElena, Jayden and Amadeo; sister-in-law Gloria Gallegos (Willie), Watrous, NM; brothers and sisters, Joe Lovato, Debra Lovato, Johnny Lovato, Sal Lovato, Patrick Lovato, Andrew Lovato, Lucille Lovato, Lenora Lovato and spouses; aunts and uncles, Mary Montoya, Flor Apodaca, Ray Garduno (Andrea), Alice Gallegos (Donald), Edwina Gallegos, Antonio Garduno, Viola Garduno, Danny Garduno (Antonia), Della Gonzales (Rosalio), Lorraine Hernandez (Fred), Emma Garduno, Patricia Garduno, Rosemarie Garduno, Roseanne Garduno, Trinidad Gallegos Sr; nieces and nephews, Georgette, Jeffrey, Albert, April, Suzie, Chris, Amanda, Daniel, Danielle, Krystle, Destiney, Kassandra, Kristiana, Jesus, Marisol, Aaron, Trini, Steven, Shanise, Justin and Alexis, Godchildren, Jennifer, Leona, Daniel, Steven, Destiney, Kraig, Janessa, Cami, Rochelle and MariaElena; numerous great-nieces and great-nephews.

Frank's love will continue to light the path of those he left behind. Vaya con Dios, until we meet again.

Rosary will be recited, Friday, March 11, 2022, 7:30 pm. Funeral service will be conducted on Saturday, March 12, 2022, 9:30 am with both services held at Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Las Vegas, with Father Rob Yaksich as celebrant.

Interment will follow at the San Jose Cemetery in Las Vegas, NM, with the following as casket bearers, Antonio Gonzales, Scott Sena, Mark "Markie" Tafoya, Billy Montoya, Roberto A. Ortiz, Jose Herrera, Adrian Montoya, Rafael Lopez and Jose J. Montano.

Honorary bearers will be Mario Romero, George Asi Sr., Henry Jaramillo, Leroy Tafoya, Joseph Harris, Robert Gonzales, Sammy Lujan, Stevie Montano, Jerry Lopez, Robert Larranaga, Ale Mander, Moises Lucero, Louie Mares, Rick Roybal, Ron Martinez, Justin Martinez, Lorenzo Gutierrez, Arnold Gutierrez Manuel Padilla and all current and former firefighters who worked and knew Frank.

Arrangements are entrusted to and under the care of Rogers Mortuary 600 Reynolds Avenue Las Vegas, NM 1-800-479-3511 or 505-425-3511. Please visit our website: www.rogersmortuarynm.com to sign the online register book.