Miguel Roberto Saiz

Miguel Roberto Saiz, age 96, born in Polvadera, NM and a resident of Albuquerque, NM passed away at home on November 10, 2023. He was one of 13 children born to Ambrosio Saiz and Epifania (Luna) Saiz on June 7, 1927. Mr. Saiz is survived by his children: Miguel Saiz Jr, Odette Saiz, Thomas Saiz and Timothy Saiz; His two beautiful granddaughters who he loved, raised and spoiled: Amber Cruz - "Mi Hita" (Jose) and Petra V. Saiz - "My baby"; sisters Carol Hernandez and Irene Saiz, his brother Milton Saiz. He was preceded in death by his wife of 32 years, Petra G. Saiz; his parents Epifania and Ambrosio Saiz; and his siblings: Margaret, Adella, Ramona, Jennie, Ambrose (Jr), Preciliano and Rosie. Mr. Saiz worked with the US Post Office until he retired in 1990. He was a devoted husband and father, a loving and proud grandfather. He will be remembered for being the most loving dad and "granpa." He was a patient and kind man with a great sense of humor, who loved to dance (especially a Polka). He was honored to be the Padrino of Janie Mascareno, Adam Castillo and Fernando Encinias. Mr. Saiz was proud to be a PFC in the US Marine Corps and it was only fitting that he passed on the Marine Corps birthday. As his nephew Michael Duran wrote: he is now a Marine Guard in Heaven. *If there ever comes a day when we can't be together, keep me in your heart. I'll stay there forever". A Rosary will be recited for Mr. Saiz on Monday, November 27, 2023 at 8:30am with a Mass to follow at 9:00am all to be held at Holy Family Catholic Church located at 562 Atrisco Dr SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105. A Burial to take place to Mount Calvary Cemetery located at 1900 Edith Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87102.