Celina Lucero

1950 - January 17th, 2019

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Celina Sally Trujillo Lucero, of Costilla, NM, left this world suddenly and unexpectedly on Thursday, January 17, 2019. Sally was born to the late Antonio Ben and Margarita Maggie Trujillo in 1950 in Jaroso, CO. Ben and Maggie raised Sally in Costilla, NM. She attended Costilla Elementary and Questa High School. She graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Education and a Master’s Degree in Business from Adams State College in Alamosa, CO. Sally also earned a Master’s Degree in Library Science (K-12) from Texas Women’s University in Denton, TX.

Sally was passionate about teaching and taught students in grades kindergarten through high school throughout her career spanning 31 ½ years. Sally’s first year of teaching was at Sanford High School in Sanford, CO. The rest of her years of service were with the Questa Independent Schools teaching at Costilla Elementary, Cerro Elementary, Questa Elementary, Questa Middle School and Questa High School. She served as district librarian for several years. Although she taught students of all ages, her passion was working with high schoolers. Sally demonstrated this by sponsoring many activities and classes including the National Honor and Junior Honor Societies and yearbook for several years. She taught business classes and was librarian at Questa High School.

Sally was an active member in both her school and parish communities. She worked with the Sacred Heart Church in Costilla, NM and the St. Anthony Parish in Questa, NM for over 40 years. She served with her husband Leroy as mayordomos for the Sacred Heart Church. She was even involved with the renovations made to the church. Again, she followed her calling to work with children in catechism in the parish. Sally prepared and helped children receive the Sacrament of Holy Communion for many years at the Sacred Heart Church. She and her husband Leroy later helped children prepare for and receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. Most recently, she was serving as the Director of Religious Education for the St. Anthony’s Parish. She also supported her husband in his duties as deacon in the parish since 2003. She received many awards, honors and recognitions for her years of service in the schools and with the church. Most recently, she was recognized with the St. Francis of Assisi Award with the Archdiocese of Santa Fe.

Sally’s partner in life was her husband Leroy Lucero. They were married in September 16, 1972 at the Sacred Heart Church in Costilla, NM. They began their married life in Denver, Colorado for a couple of years and then moved back to Costilla, NM where they built their life together. They were married for 46 years and had three daughters and 2 grandchildren who they loved very much. She always told them they were her whole life and she showed them this every day. She loved visiting and seeing new places with her husband and family, reading and teaching.

Despite her hectic schedule, family was what made her happy. Although she lost her sisters, dad, grandparents, and uncle at very young ages in her life, she never forgot them and talked about them often. These losses lead her to love and treasure her family unconditionally. Sally was a loving and supportive wife to her husband Leroy. She gave everything she had in her to raise her daughters LeAnn, Shelena and Shantel. She delighted in being a loving grandmother to Mia and Maddox.

Sally is survived by her husband, Leroy, three daughters, LeAnn (Chris), Shelena and Shantel; two grandchildren, Mia and Maddox. She is also survived by a number of other loving relatives including the Trujillo family who took her and her family in as part of their own after her mother, Maggie’s, death –JoAnn (Leonard-deceased) Martinez, Lorraine (Raymundo) Loya, Jane (Tony) Razo and Arnold (Charlene) Trujillo.
She is preceded in death by her parents Ben and Maggie Trujillo. Her sisters Aurora, Juanita, and Mary Ann Trujillo. Her step-in family after her mother’s death, Mercy and Eli Trujillo.

Sally’s rosaries, burial and funeral will take place not far from her home at Sacred Heart Church in Costilla, NM. The family wishes to thank all of those who have shown her kindness and love throughout her short life with us here on Earth. For those who have known Sally in her fruitful journey with us, her services are as follows: Rosary will be recited on Friday, January 25, 2019 at 7 PM at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Costilla. Funeral mass will be held on Saturday, January 26, 2019 at 10 AM at the Sacred Hearth Church with interment to follow a the Sagrado Corazon Cemetery in Costilla.

Arrangements by Rivera Family Funeral Home, Taos. To share a memory, please visit our website at www.riverafuneralhome.com

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Name Celina Lucero
Date of Birth 1950
Date of Death January 17th, 2019
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Address 818 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur
Taos NM 87571
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Betty W. published a tribute .

To the family and friends of Sally: I would like to offer my deepest sympathy to you. We are never prepared for the pain that comes with losing a loved one, but know that our Heavenly Father comforts and softens the pain you are feeling deep in your hearts. (2 Corinthians 1:3,4)

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Paulette Malouff Horn published a tribute .

Leroy and Family, so sorry for your loss. God Bless You all.
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Angela Arellano published a tribute .

Deacon Leroy and family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Sally was an inspiration to so many people. God Bless You!

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Patsy Padilla published a tribute .

Our condolances to Mr. Lucero, LeAnn, Shalena, and Shantel. We got to know Mrs. Lucero at the games with the kids. She was a sweet and very nice lady. May she rest in peace. Our love to Mia and the baby. God Bless you all. Leo & Patsy Padilla

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Stacy Sedlack Roybal published a tribute .

We are very sad to see this. She was a wonderful mentor always pushing us to work hard & go get that better education. We loved living down the street from this very wonderful & loving family.

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Charlene Garcia Simms published a tribute .

Having grown up with Sally and rooming with her in college makes me so proud of the wife, mother and giving person she became. She was a natural teacher and nurturer proven by her dedicated life to others, especially children. I'm so sorry we lost touch somewhere in the journey of life but she will never be far away as long as we remember her giving spirit and the memories that remain. Rest in peace my dear friend and to the family, keep the faith, what an honor you all share.

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A. Mixon published a tribute .

I am very sorry to learn that Celina has passed. She will be very dearly missed. I hope a passage at John 5:28, 29 brings comfort to all who are grieving. May the promise of seeing our loved ones again like Celina sustain your family through this sorrow.

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Valarie Rael published a tribute .

So very sorry I am not able to be there,I am with my parents in Alamagro my parents sent their condolences prayers for the family

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Mary Eleas published a tribute .

Sally you were an amazing inspiration to me over the years. Your kindness will be missed. Rest in Heavenly Peace. Until we meet again.

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Eliza Marquez published a tribute .

Sally was a beautiful person inside and out. She will be greatly missed. Our sincere condolences to Leroy and his beautiful girls.

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Emily Jaramillo published a tribute .

My heart is very sad about your recent loss. I was truly blessed to have LeAnn, and Sally’s kindness and friendship when I was young. My deepest condolence to all the family. God bless and I will be praying you all. Love Emily Jaramillo

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Mariquita Pacheco published a tribute .

May God bless you at this time. My family was blessed to have known such a beautiful soul.

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Loretta Vigil published a tribute .

So sorry for your loss sending our condolences to the Lucero family!
Micheal and Loretta Vigil.

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Bernadette G. Balzano published a tribute .

I'm so sorry to hear of Sally's passing. I enjoyed with Sally at QHS wonderful memories. Sending my condolences Leroy and girls. Keeping you all in my prayers.

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Melissa Rael published a tribute .

Jonathan & I and our boys send our condolences to the entire Lucero family. Mrs. Lucero was truly an angel to me during my high school years. We will keep her in our prayers and pray that you all may find comfort in your memories of such a beautiful and kind soul. God bless you all and may she rest in eternal peace.

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Manuel Arguello published a tribute .

My condolences to Leroy and his hitas. Sally was always a wonderful lady. Im sad to hear of her passing. Rest in peace Mrs. Lucero.

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Fabian & Mary Flores & Family published a tribute .

Our condolences to Deacon Leroy and his daughters, grandchildren and extended family. Sally was a woman of virtue and gave so much service to our Lord. May she rest in the arms of Jesus & His blessed Mother Mary. Our prayers remain with all of you. May you be surrounded by our Lords love and comfort

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Elias Miera Mieraelias published a tribute .

So sorry prayers to Leroy and all the family

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Jana Vallejos published a tribute .

Our condolences to the Lucero family.

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Larry Quintana published a tribute .

My condolences Leroy and family.

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Rosalie Salazar published a tribute .

We have great memories of Sally, who was always kind and beautiful, we always enjoyed visiting with her and deacon Leroy at all our meetings. Deacon Miguel and Rosalie Salazar.

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Elias Vigil published a tribute .

Siento muncho famila Lucero. I’m saddened to hear of Sally’s passing.

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John Trujillo published a tribute .

Our condolences to your family. Larry Trujillo .

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Loretta Lovato & Family published a tribute .

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Elisa Colvin/casados / Padilla published a tribute .

My condolences to Leroy her daughters and the family. May she RIP. Gone but not forgotten. Vaya con dios.

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Margarita Gallegos Martinez published a tribute .

My condolences to my cousin Leroy and his family. Thinking of you and keeping you in my prayers. [email protected]

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Pauline Ortega published a tribute .

Deacon Leroy and family we are so sorry for your loss Sally was a great person may she rest in the arms of Jesus our prayers are with you that God will give you peace and comfort Pauline and Jake Ortega

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Norma Trujillo published a tribute .

So sorry for yr loss. She was a sweet soul. May God bless you all! May she rest in peace.

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Albert N Floraida Nolan published a tribute .

Our condolence to the Lucero family. RIP Sally!

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Pauline Ortega published a tribute .

Deacon Leroy and family we are so sorry for your loss sally was a great person may she rest in the arms of Jesus our prayers are with you that you will find peace and comfort Pauline and Jake Ortega

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Berlinda Arellano published a tribute .

My family and I want to send you our deepest condolances. Sally was a wonderful person, really enjoyed the time I knew her. We will miss her deeply. May God bless you all during this difficult time. May she RIP

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Geraldine Sotelo published a tribute .

May she rest in peace. May the good lord bless the family in their time of sorrow.

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Janice Vallejos Montoya published a tribute .

So Sorry for your Loss Your Wife, Mother Grandma, Was a beautiful person to every one. God Bless All .My deepest Condolence To Family ,God Bless.

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Patsy Arellano Craine published a tribute .

Our condolences to Leroy and family. May our Lord be with you during this time and always.

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Patsy Arellano Craine published a tribute .

Our condolences to Leroy and family. May our Lord be with you during this time and always.

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