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Antonio (Tony) Holguin Enriquez folded his wings on Monday, March 20, 1917, surrounded by his loving family.
He was preceded in death by our mom, Elisa, who we also remember as a war hero! She volunteered in service to her country in the community, in the hospitals and in the fields.
Born in Las Cruces, New Mexico on May 30, 1923, Tech Sgt Enriquez, (BTG and AAG) served his country honorably in the United States Army until his discharge in September of 1945. It wasn’t until his active participation in the DAV and Honor Flight that Dad started talking about his experiences in the 751st Squadron, 457th Bomb Group and B-17.
He poignantly remembered shipping out on the Queen Mary in New York City to the sound of a band playing Don’t Fence Me In. He talked of the black outs, the fear of making friends, the rain and gloom, and finally, the joy of victory.
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Our visit to Glatton England was a real highlight of his life. We remember Dad for his sense of humor, his love of God, dedication to Family, and Preservation of Freedom!
Written and submitted by the Enriquez family and posted in the FIREBALL Newsletter of the 457th Bomb Group Association. Established July, 1971...Bentonville, Arkansas March 2019…Volume 49. Issue 88.
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Thanks...Bess Jr. (Lifetime member 457th Bomb Group Association) Our beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle and dear friend, Antonio "Tony" Holguin Enriquez, age 93, of Mesilla passed from this life on Monday, March 20, 2017 at Memorial Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 30, 1923 in Las Cruces to Francisco B. and Tomasa Holguin Enriquez. "Tony", as he was fondly known to family and friends, served his country honorably in the United States Army, and was very proud to be known as a WWII veteran. Tony was a member of the DAV and the Basilica de San Albino.
Those left to mourn his passing include his son, Richard Enriquez (Linda) of Albuquerque; three daughters, Mary Jane Ortega (Henry) of Mesilla Park, Nancy Archuleta (Danny) of Huntsville, AL and Arlene Trujillo (Victor) of Rio Rancho; three brothers, Francisco Enriquez of Alamogordo, Joe Enriquez of Las Cruces and David Enriquez of Doña Ana; two sisters, Margarita "Maggie" Duran and Dolores Zapien both of Las Cruces. Other survivors include fifteen grandchildren, twenty-seven great-grandchildren and eleven great-great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Enriquez was preceded in death by his wife, Elisa E. Enriquez on March 16, 2005, one daughter, one granddaughter, a grandson, and two brothers.
Visitation for Mr. Enriquez will begin at 5 PM Sunday, March 26, 2017 in Baca's Funeral Chapels, 300 E. Boutz Road where the Prayer Vigil is scheduled for 6 PM. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 AM Monday, March 27, 2017 at the Basilica de San Albino, 2280 Calle Principal in Mesilla with the Reverend Msgr. Robert L. Getz Celebrant. The Rite of Committal and Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 5140 E. Picacho Avenue where he will be laid to rest alongside his wife. Military Honors will be accorded by a New Mexico Army National Guard Honor Guard and the Marine Corps League El Perro - Diablo Detachment.
Serving as casket bearers will be Andy Lucero, Rick E. Enriquez, Lt. Col. Victor E. Trujillo II, Joe and Gabe Nieto and Chris Ortega. Honorary bearers will be the rest of his grandchildren and the former baseball players he coached.
Entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels of Las Cruces 527-2222. Your exclusive providers for "Veterans and Family Memorial Care". For online condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com
Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on Mar. 24, 2017
Antonio (Tony) Holguin Enriquez folded his wings on Monday, March 20, 1917, surrounded by his loving family.
He was preceded in death by our mom, Elisa, who we also remember as a war hero! She volunteered in service to her country in the community, in the hospitals and in the fields.
Born in Las Cruces, New Mexico on May 30, 1923, Tech Sgt Enriquez, (BTG and AAG) served his country honorably in the United States Army until his discharge in September of 1945. It wasn’t until his active participation in the DAV and Honor Flight that Dad started talking about his experiences in the 751st Squadron, 457th Bomb Group and B-17.
He poignantly remembered shipping out on the Queen Mary in New York City to the sound of a band playing Don’t Fence Me In. He talked of the black outs, the fear of making friends, the rain and gloom, and finally, the joy of victory.
TRIBUTE
Our visit to Glatton England was a real highlight of his life. We remember Dad for his sense of humor, his love of God, dedication to Family, and Preservation of Freedom!
Written and submitted by the Enriquez family and posted in the FIREBALL Newsletter of the 457th Bomb Group Association. Established July, 1971...Bentonville, Arkansas March 2019…Volume 49. Issue 88.
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Thanks...Bess Jr. (Lifetime member 457th Bomb Group Association) Our beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle and dear friend, Antonio "Tony" Holguin Enriquez, age 93, of Mesilla passed from this life on Monday, March 20, 2017 at Memorial Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 30, 1923 in Las Cruces to Francisco B. and Tomasa Holguin Enriquez. "Tony", as he was fondly known to family and friends, served his country honorably in the United States Army, and was very proud to be known as a WWII veteran. Tony was a member of the DAV and the Basilica de San Albino.
Those left to mourn his passing include his son, Richard Enriquez (Linda) of Albuquerque; three daughters, Mary Jane Ortega (Henry) of Mesilla Park, Nancy Archuleta (Danny) of Huntsville, AL and Arlene Trujillo (Victor) of Rio Rancho; three brothers, Francisco Enriquez of Alamogordo, Joe Enriquez of Las Cruces and David Enriquez of Doña Ana; two sisters, Margarita "Maggie" Duran and Dolores Zapien both of Las Cruces. Other survivors include fifteen grandchildren, twenty-seven great-grandchildren and eleven great-great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Enriquez was preceded in death by his wife, Elisa E. Enriquez on March 16, 2005, one daughter, one granddaughter, a grandson, and two brothers.
Visitation for Mr. Enriquez will begin at 5 PM Sunday, March 26, 2017 in Baca's Funeral Chapels, 300 E. Boutz Road where the Prayer Vigil is scheduled for 6 PM. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 AM Monday, March 27, 2017 at the Basilica de San Albino, 2280 Calle Principal in Mesilla with the Reverend Msgr. Robert L. Getz Celebrant. The Rite of Committal and Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 5140 E. Picacho Avenue where he will be laid to rest alongside his wife. Military Honors will be accorded by a New Mexico Army National Guard Honor Guard and the Marine Corps League El Perro - Diablo Detachment.
Serving as casket bearers will be Andy Lucero, Rick E. Enriquez, Lt. Col. Victor E. Trujillo II, Joe and Gabe Nieto and Chris Ortega. Honorary bearers will be the rest of his grandchildren and the former baseball players he coached.
Entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels of Las Cruces 527-2222. Your exclusive providers for "Veterans and Family Memorial Care". For online condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com
Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on Mar. 24, 2017
TRIBUTE
Antonio (Tony) Holguin Enriquez folded his wings on Monday, March 20, 1917, surrounded by his loving family.
He was preceded in death by our mom, Elisa, who we also remember as a war hero! She volunteered in service to her country in the community, in the hospitals and in the fields.
Born in Las Cruces, New Mexico on May 30, 1923, Tech Sgt Enriquez, (BTG and AAG) served his country honorably in the United States Army until his discharge in September of 1945. It wasn’t until his active participation in the DAV and Honor Flight that Dad started talking about his experiences in the 751st Squadron, 457th Bomb Group and B-17.
He poignantly remembered shipping out on the Queen Mary in New York City to the sound of a band playing Don’t Fence Me In. He talked of the black outs, the fear of making friends, the rain and gloom, and finally, the joy of victory.
TRIBUTE
Our visit to Glatton England was a real highlight of his life. We remember Dad for his sense of humor, his love of God, dedication to Family, and Preservation of Freedom!
Written and submitted by the Enriquez family and posted in the FIREBALL Newsletter of the 457th Bomb Group Association. Established July, 1971...Bentonville, Arkansas March 2019…Volume 49. Issue 88.
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Thanks...Bess Jr. (Lifetime member 457th Bomb Group Association) Our beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle and dear friend, Antonio "Tony" Holguin Enriquez, age 93, of Mesilla passed from this life on Monday, March 20, 2017 at Memorial Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 30, 1923 in Las Cruces to Francisco B. and Tomasa Holguin Enriquez. "Tony", as he was fondly known to family and friends, served his country honorably in the United States Army, and was very proud to be known as a WWII veteran. Tony was a member of the DAV and the Basilica de San Albino.
Those left to mourn his passing include his son, Richard Enriquez (Linda) of Albuquerque; three daughters, Mary Jane Ortega (Henry) of Mesilla Park, Nancy Archuleta (Danny) of Huntsville, AL and Arlene Trujillo (Victor) of Rio Rancho; three brothers, Francisco Enriquez of Alamogordo, Joe Enriquez of Las Cruces and David Enriquez of Doña Ana; two sisters, Margarita "Maggie" Duran and Dolores Zapien both of Las Cruces. Other survivors include fifteen grandchildren, twenty-seven great-grandchildren and eleven great-great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Enriquez was preceded in death by his wife, Elisa E. Enriquez on March 16, 2005, one daughter, one granddaughter, a grandson, and two brothers.
Visitation for Mr. Enriquez will begin at 5 PM Sunday, March 26, 2017 in Baca's Funeral Chapels, 300 E. Boutz Road where the Prayer Vigil is scheduled for 6 PM. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 AM Monday, March 27, 2017 at the Basilica de San Albino, 2280 Calle Principal in Mesilla with the Reverend Msgr. Robert L. Getz Celebrant. The Rite of Committal and Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 5140 E. Picacho Avenue where he will be laid to rest alongside his wife. Military Honors will be accorded by a New Mexico Army National Guard Honor Guard and the Marine Corps League El Perro - Diablo Detachment.
Serving as casket bearers will be Andy Lucero, Rick E. Enriquez, Lt. Col. Victor E. Trujillo II, Joe and Gabe Nieto and Chris Ortega. Honorary bearers will be the rest of his grandchildren and the former baseball players he coached.
Entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels of Las Cruces 527-2222. Your exclusive providers for "Veterans and Family Memorial Care". For online condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com
Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on Mar. 24, 2017
Antonio (Tony) Holguin Enriquez folded his wings on Monday, March 20, 1917, surrounded by his loving family.
He was preceded in death by our mom, Elisa, who we also remember as a war hero! She volunteered in service to her country in the community, in the hospitals and in the fields.
Born in Las Cruces, New Mexico on May 30, 1923, Tech Sgt Enriquez, (BTG and AAG) served his country honorably in the United States Army until his discharge in September of 1945. It wasn’t until his active participation in the DAV and Honor Flight that Dad started talking about his experiences in the 751st Squadron, 457th Bomb Group and B-17.
He poignantly remembered shipping out on the Queen Mary in New York City to the sound of a band playing Don’t Fence Me In. He talked of the black outs, the fear of making friends, the rain and gloom, and finally, the joy of victory.
TRIBUTE
Our visit to Glatton England was a real highlight of his life. We remember Dad for his sense of humor, his love of God, dedication to Family, and Preservation of Freedom!
Written and submitted by the Enriquez family and posted in the FIREBALL Newsletter of the 457th Bomb Group Association. Established July, 1971...Bentonville, Arkansas March 2019…Volume 49. Issue 88.
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Thanks...Bess Jr. (Lifetime member 457th Bomb Group Association) Our beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle and dear friend, Antonio "Tony" Holguin Enriquez, age 93, of Mesilla passed from this life on Monday, March 20, 2017 at Memorial Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 30, 1923 in Las Cruces to Francisco B. and Tomasa Holguin Enriquez. "Tony", as he was fondly known to family and friends, served his country honorably in the United States Army, and was very proud to be known as a WWII veteran. Tony was a member of the DAV and the Basilica de San Albino.
Those left to mourn his passing include his son, Richard Enriquez (Linda) of Albuquerque; three daughters, Mary Jane Ortega (Henry) of Mesilla Park, Nancy Archuleta (Danny) of Huntsville, AL and Arlene Trujillo (Victor) of Rio Rancho; three brothers, Francisco Enriquez of Alamogordo, Joe Enriquez of Las Cruces and David Enriquez of Doña Ana; two sisters, Margarita "Maggie" Duran and Dolores Zapien both of Las Cruces. Other survivors include fifteen grandchildren, twenty-seven great-grandchildren and eleven great-great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Enriquez was preceded in death by his wife, Elisa E. Enriquez on March 16, 2005, one daughter, one granddaughter, a grandson, and two brothers.
Visitation for Mr. Enriquez will begin at 5 PM Sunday, March 26, 2017 in Baca's Funeral Chapels, 300 E. Boutz Road where the Prayer Vigil is scheduled for 6 PM. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 AM Monday, March 27, 2017 at the Basilica de San Albino, 2280 Calle Principal in Mesilla with the Reverend Msgr. Robert L. Getz Celebrant. The Rite of Committal and Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 5140 E. Picacho Avenue where he will be laid to rest alongside his wife. Military Honors will be accorded by a New Mexico Army National Guard Honor Guard and the Marine Corps League El Perro - Diablo Detachment.
Serving as casket bearers will be Andy Lucero, Rick E. Enriquez, Lt. Col. Victor E. Trujillo II, Joe and Gabe Nieto and Chris Ortega. Honorary bearers will be the rest of his grandchildren and the former baseball players he coached.
Entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels of Las Cruces 527-2222. Your exclusive providers for "Veterans and Family Memorial Care". For online condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com
Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on Mar. 24, 2017
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