Jose D. Lucero “Lolly” of Ely, Nev., passed away June 26, 2016.
He was born June 7, 1943 in Las Vegas, N.M. to Fred and Consuelo Lucero.
Lucero served two years in Viet Nam with the First Calvary airmobile.
Lolly enjoyed fishing and hunting and spending time in the outdoors.
He made sure to visit his sisters and family in Ely every morning.
He is survived by his sisters’ Helen (Ray) Gonzales, Mary (John) Leyba, Betty Sorenson of Reno and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Consuelo, sister, Effie Ortiz, brothers, Fred, George and Arthur Lucero, a great son, brother, uncle and friend.
Rest peacefully in the arms of Jesus our cherished Lolly, we will miss you so much.
Private services will be held by his request.
Joe was a resident of my apartments. He was a friend, I will miss his humor and smiling face. I loved his opinions, and he would give you them when he thought it was important. A trustworthy and respected man like none other. I will miss you greatly. Be at peace.