It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of our Beloved Lucille B. Garcia. Lucille was called home on July 29, 2024. She passed away at home with her loving family by her side. Lucille was welcomed into the world on March 2, 1955, in Del Norte, Colo., the daughter of Jose V. Martinez and Manuelita A. (Manzanares) Martinez.
Lucille devoted her life to caring for her family, raising her children and being an exceptional role model and friend to all. Lucille loved Betty Boop, going to bingo, buying scratch tickets and spending time with her family.
She will forever be remembered for her compassionate and caring nature. She was loved by all and will be missed dearly.
She will be reunited in Heaven with her parents Jose V. and Manuelita Martinez, siblings Joe, Arthur, David Martinez, Florida Grimaldo, Rosalie Abila and Virginia Silva.
Lucille's legacy will live on through her loving husband Gary Garcia, children Gary Paul Garcia, Chris Garcia (Heidi V.), Jay Garcia, Angela Garcia, grandchildren Darian, Brittney, great-grandchild Camila S., siblings Margaret, Beatrice, Fred and Gilbert. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Services will be held Sept. 21, 2024, at St. Francis Jerome Church in Center, Colo., at 1 p.m. Burial to follow services at Workers Union Cemetary west of Monte Vista, Colo.
Funeral arrangements in care of Romero Valley Funeral Home.