She was born on June 21st, 1931, in La Veta Colorado where she grew up with her parents Paul and Feliz and her 9 siblings.
She graduated from La Veta high school, eventually marrying the love of her life Joseph and raised 6 children.
Throughout her life she was a stay-at-home mom and worked several jobs, the last being a paraprofessional, which she did until she was 80 years old.
She is preceded in death by her Husband Joseph, Son David, Father Paul, and Mother Feliz. She was the last surviving sibling of 10 children.
She is survived by her children Dennis (Delane), Julie (Richard), Matthew (Lori), John, and Valerie (Billy). She also has 14 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian burial at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. 3801 W Ohio, Denver Colorado 80219 on Friday November 21st, at 11:00am. Reception to follow.
