Henry “Ace” Apolonio Jojola III, a resident of Socorro, New Mexico, passed away on September 23, 2023. Ace was born on April 15, 1993, in Socorro, New Mexico to Henry Jojola and Jessica Sanchez.

Henry Ace Jojola III, 1993-2023

He is survived by his parents; Henry (Sarah) Jojola Jr, and Jessica (Laco) Sanchez; siblings, Corey Sanchez, Candace Jojola, Shantel Torrez, Jayden Jojola, and Jeremiah Angel; grandparents, Henry “Sugar” and Annie Jojola, as well as Ray and Jenny Sanchez. He is also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, family members, and friends.

Ace was an avid fan of the New York Jets. Being raised in a family of Broncos fans there was always a heated rivalry going on in the house on football Sundays. He was a talented basketball player who was always ready to hit the court in the basketball shorts he wouldn’t be caught without under his jeans.

His love of competitiveness also shown bright when he’d play horseshoes and absolutely dominate the game.

Above all, Ace loved nothing more than to gather at the family farm and just spend time with the family who so fondly loved him, and who he loved just as much.

Ace will be deeply missed, and forever loved by many.

Services will be held on Thursday, October 5, 2023, at San Miguel Catholic Church in Socorro, New Mexico. A Rosary will take place at 9:30 am followed by a Mass at 10: 00 am. Burial will be held immediately following at the San Miguel Catholic cemetery in Socorro, New Mexico.

Pallbearers will be Corey Sanchez, Russell Sanchez, Stephen Jojola, Elias Jojola, Matthew Jojola, and Jared Marquez.

Honorary Pallbearers are Candace Jojola, Shantel Torrez, Jayden Jojola, Jeremy Valenzuela, and Jeremiah Angel.

Arrangements are being handled by the caring professionals at the Noblin Funeral Service Belen Chapel, 418 W. Reinken Ave., (505) 864-4448, where an online guest register is available at www.noblin.com.

El Defensor Chieftain