Esther G. Madrid departed for her "permanent home" on May 13, 2018. Esther was born on March 22, 1917, to Eloisa Baca and Anselmo Gonzales in Wagonmount, N.M. She spent her formative years raised by her "Papa Jose" in Shoemaker, N.M. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Henry G. Madrid; her two sons, Henry J. Madrid and Albert R. Madrid; her brother, Sam Gonzales; and six stepsisters and brothers, all deceased. Esther is survived by her daughter, Sandra E. Madrid; son-in-law, Toby Gonzales; and daughter-in-law, Helen Madrid. She is survived by seven grandchildren, eight great-grand-children and numerous nieces, nephews and godchildren. Esther moved to Pueblo, Colo., approximately in 1934. She met and married Henry G. Madrid in 1937. Although she had no formal schooling, her volunteer service included membership in the Daughters of Isabella; Legion of Mary; Cenacle Nocturnal Adoration Society; and past member of the Carmelitias. She held several officer positions in various organizations. She served as a precinct judge for many years and an active member of Mount Carmel Church until she moved to Holy Family. Her activities at Mount Carmel included being an lector, Eucharistic minister and choir member. Volunteer service and caring for others was a joy to Esther and she lived a life surrounded by many close friends. Special recognition to Kathryn Killeen and her family; Tomasita Garcia (deceased) but her daughters never forgot Esther. Special blessings to grandsons, Mark Madrid and Mario Gonzales, for their caring and close relationship to their grandmother. They brought much joy to her life. Thanks to Dr. Stjernhom whose patient care and assistance to Esther and her family is greatly appreciated. She had many lifelong friends through her church activities. She had a kind and generous spirit and reached out to several individuals. Her kindness, her smile, her warmth and daily prayers for her family will be truly missed.
