Nery R. Escobar, of SS. Joachim and Anne parish, Queens Village, was born in Ciudad de Guatemala. He has been married to Nora for 34 years and they have two sons.

A maintenance worker, he is involved in his parish in RCIA, baptism preparation and as a lector.

A Mass of thanksgiving will be celebrated at SS. Joachim and Anne Church on Saturday, May 30, at 5 p.m.