Irene was born on January 8th, 1929, in Dawson, New Mexico, to Francisco Trujillo and Micaela Loera. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Samuel Polanco. She had five children Rita, Huera, Candelario (Catherine), Wille, and Jane, who she loved with all her heart. Irene was a good cook, and she liked to sew and play bingo. She worked cleaning homes for many years, taking the bus to get there. Irene started working as a cashier and saleslady at McCullen's. She will live forever in all our hearts, and we will always think about and talk about you. You have not been forgotten, and you never will. We hold you close within our hearts, and there you will remain. To walk and guide us through our lives until we meet again.