Michael Edward Apodaca was born May 12, 1953, and went home on October 15, 2024. Michael was born to the late Hermancita Lerma and Procopio Apodaca and was one of 10 brothers and sisters. In adulthood, he went on to marry Josefa Apodaca on December 8, 1982, where they had remained married since. Through their union came daughter Denise M Apodaca, son Michael J Apodaca and son David E Apodaca. Along with 3 grandchildren whom he loved very much. Michael was baptized in Jesus' name and knew he would be with his Lord and Savior upon the time of his calling.