Federico S. Claveria

Federico S. Claveria Jr. “Duke” passed away on April 7th, 2025 at the age of 72 in Las Vegas where he had resided for the past several years. Born and raised in Santa Barbara, the younger of two sons of Federico Sr. and Bertha Claveria who founded and operated La Tolteca Mexican Foods and Tortilla Factory on East Haley St. For over 50 years. Federico is survived by his older brother Carlos and nephew Justin.
Never married, Duke worked at La Tolteca until his move to Las Vegas where he was a limousine driver and a great caretaker of rescue dogs. He had a quick witted humor and was well liked. His passing was due to complications from cancer.