Loyola Baca
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Loyola Baca

  • July 27, 1940 - December 28, 2009
  • Albuquerque, New Mexico
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“We just found out today, and we wanted to pass on our condolences. We have enjoyed the excellent food and friendly atmosphere of Loyola's Family...Read More » ”
1 of 22 | Posted by: Mike and Leslie Reilly - NM

“My condolences to all who loved Lola. She was such a loving person. She showed kindness to our family on so many occasions. A couple of examples of...Read More » ”
2 of 22 | Posted by: Jewel Glavey - Albuquerque, NM

“The Air Force has sent us to Albuquerque twice in my career, and we were blessed to find Loyola's restaurant during our first tour. We've been weekly...Read More » ”
3 of 22 | Posted by: Kent & Blythe Wood - Albuquerque, NM

“May the Joy and Peace of Our Lord Jesus Christ be with all the family in this time of sorrow. Sarah, Casper, Lawrence and Joey my deepest condolences...Read More » ”
4 of 22 | Posted by: Laurie Silva - Niece

“My dearst condolences to the family. Loyola will be missed, by many people, as she always made a person feel like family. everytime i would see her...Read More » ”
5 of 22 | Posted by: Art Navarro - Albuquerque, NM

“I share with the family their loss and Loyola will be truely missed, we loved to go to the restuarant to eat the good food, but most of all to visit...Read More » ”
6 of 22 | Posted by: Nick and Grace Olivas - NM

“May the Joy and Peace of Our Lord Jesus Christ be with all the family in this time of sorrow. The Peace and Joy comes from knowing that Loola made...Read More » ”
7 of 22 | Posted by: Fidel G. Tabet - Belen, NM

“Loyola was always a kind and gentle person, her love and kindness will live on in all of us: especially when we see Sarah. Thanks for being there.......Read More » ”
8 of 22 | Posted by: MJ - friend

“I have known loyola for the 13 years of my life, I always called auntie Lolo, she always had a smile and kind words, I loved telling her about my...Read More » ”
9 of 22 | Posted by: Anthony Trujillo

“To the family of loyola, Words can't express what Loyola did for me when I needed a friend, She was my rock. She helped me through the toughest...Read More » ”
10 of 22 | Posted by: Marie, Ed, & Anthony - Belen, NM

“We are so sorry to hear about Loyola's passing. We will truly miss her, her smile and her table visits! You will be in our thoughts and prayers!...Read More » ”
11 of 22 | Posted by: John & Rose Sena - Albuquerque, NM

“On behalf of the Hardy JOE Family from AZ, we express our deepest condolences. ”
12 of 22 | Posted by: Robert Hardy Joe, Sr. family - AZ

“It was always so nice to see Loyola and her smiling face, when our group visited the restaurant. We are so sorry for her passing. She will be so...Read More » ”
13 of 22 | Posted by: Sal Gonzales - Albuquerque, NM

“Loyola was always friendly and had a wave and hello for me as I would be out for my evening walks during the summer. Its not too often that neighbors...Read More » ”
14 of 22 | Posted by: Carolyn Souther - Albuquerque, NM

“To all of Loyola's Family, Loyola will be missed by many. I always loved seeing her any chance I had. I will always remember her genuine smile and...Read More » ”
15 of 22 | Posted by: David Lopez - NM

“We are very saddened to hear of Loyola's passing. We will miss her very much. Our prayers for you all. iVaya con Dios, Amiga! Bill and Selma and...Read More » ”
16 of 22 | Posted by: Bill and Selma Prather - NM

“Sarah, Casper,Lawarence, Joey. I am so sorry about the loss of your mother. I will miss her everyday. ”
17 of 22 | Posted by: keri heitman-warner - friend

“Loyola our hearts are broken. We are going to miss you dearly. You saw my family grow up, you always were there in the good and bad times. My kids...Read More » ”
18 of 22 | Posted by: Griselda (Chela) Enriquez - NM

“Loyola, you were a great grandmother that always stood by my familie's side. Always caring and thoughtful. It will always be greatly apprecitated. We...Read More » ”
19 of 22 | Posted by: Fernando Martinez - Albuquerque, NM

“Sarah, Casper, Lawrence and Joey-- I'm so sorry about the loss of your mom. She was such a beautiful person inside and out and the love that she...Read More » ”
20 of 22 | Posted by: Betty Cummings - Albuquerque, NM

“Casper, Lawrence, Joey and Sarah: I am so sorry about the loss of your mom. God bless all of you through this time. You are all in my prayers. ”
21 of 22 | Posted by: Cindi Vecere Stevick - Phoenix, AZ

“On behalf of the French Family of Companies we express our deepest condolences. ”
22 of 22 | Posted by: French Family of Companies


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BACA-----Loyola Baca, passed away in her home in Albuquerque on Monday, December 28, 2009, due to a lengthy illness. Loyola Dominguez was born to Patrocinio and Eduvijen Dominguez on July 27, 1940 in San Rafael, NM. At a young age, she married Pete Baca Jr. and gave birth to three sons and one daughter. Loyola worked at various restaurants and eventually opened her own at Chief Rancho. She loved to cook and prepare her special chile. She enjoyed meeting all her customers and formed life long relationships with many of them. After moving to Albuquerque in 1983, she opened up the De Anza Coffee Shop which she ran until 1990 when she established Loyola's Family Restaurant both of which are on Central Avenue. Her success and the loyalty of her customers was due to the care and compassion she instilled in her business ethics along with her outstanding food. She is survived by hers sons, Casper and wife, Cheryl, Lawrence and wife, Angela, of Grants, Joey and wife Barbara of Milan; daughters, Sarah Cordova and husband, Julian of Bosque Farms; grandchildren, Christy, Joshua, Twila, C.J., Derrick, Charm, Jeremy and Desi; great grandchildren, Malyka, Clay, Jayce, Kalea, Brody, Zaryah and Estevan; sisters, Jane Montano, Rita Chavez, Eleanore Dominguez, Pauline Wieder and brother, Pat Dominguez Jr.. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Pete Baca Jr., an infant son, brother, Dennis Dominguez, and grandson, Dustin Baca. A Rosary will be recited on Saturday, January 2, 2010, at 10:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial following at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church.