Mike Molinar Jr., born in Central, NM on Sept. 18, 1935, peacefully joined his wife Lydia in heaven on Aug. 23, 2016.
Preceding him in death are parents, Miguel and Amelia; sister, Cecelia (Joe) Hernandez; son, Michael and grandson, Ricky. He is survived by sisters, Carmen (Elifas) Zamora, Belen (Armando) Robles and brother David (Judy) Molinar. His loving children, Rick (Suzy), Michelle, Danny (Annette) and Deborah. Loving grandchildren, Christopher (Anita) Bratton, Stephanie Molinar, Joseph (Maggie) Estrada, Amanda Estrada, Michael, Dannielle, Dillon, and Jasmine Molinar; including his loving great grandchildren, Tiana Molina, Anthony Molinar, Brooks and Hudson Bratton.
Our dad worked hard most of his life completing 35 years with BHP Copper Co., retiring as a converter foreman. He enjoyed using his mechanical skills on his 1950 Ford truck, his pride and joy. He enjoyed watching sports, especially the Arizona Wildcats.
We will forever cherish his guidance and love for his family. Mike was loved by all who were blessed to know him.
A rosary will be recited at 10:30 a.m. with a mass to follow at St. Bartholomew Catholic Parish in San Manuel, AZ on Sept. 3, 2016 with Father Joseph Esson officiating. A private interment will be held at a later date.