Thomas T Shoats

Thomas T Shoats, a resident of Rio Rancho New Mexico passed away on July 18th,2019. He is survived by his wife May Piera and children Christopher Shoats, Chantel Shoats, Kelly Ortiz, Thomas Shoats Jr. and wife Tanya, and Travis Shoats. He was a proud papa (grandfather) to his grandchildren, Joshua, Mylee, Trinity, Jordan, and Stephonae and husband Eddie. He is survived by step mom Betty Wyrick, mother-in-law Stell Gomez, his sister Joyce and husband Clayton, brother Harry and wife Lorraine and many nieces and nephews. Goddaughter Makayla and husband Adam. Best friend Paul Frostenson and wife Maddie. Tom was preceded in death by his parents Hiram Shoats and Teresa Terrazas, and step father John Wyrick, siblings Patricia Shoats and John Shoats. Born Feb.10th 1950, he served in the US Navy in Vietnam, joined the Albuquerque Police Department retiring after 20 years as a distinguished recipient of the department's medal of Meritorious service to the citizens of his community. After retiring from APD he continued to serve his community by working with Animal Control in the Village of Corrales. Tom enjoyed spending time with his wife and family, barbecuing and making his famous steaks and pasta salad, living life to the fullest. Tom gave from his heart and seen good in everyone; he will truly be missed by many. A special thank you to the Perea and Gomez family for all your help. Richard and wife Rose, Anthony, Billy, Charles, and Luis (brothers-in-law). Judy, Denise, Merlinda, Nancy (sisters-in-law). And to All who gave of their time. A Catholic service will be held August 9th, at 10:30 am at Saint Thomas Aquinas in Rio Rancho N.M. followed by a 3:00pm Military burial at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Arrangements entrusted to: Riverside Funeral Home of Albuquerque 225 San Mateo Blvd NE (505) 764-9663