Mary E. Lucero

On April 16th, 2020, Mary (70) of Roswell, NM passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones. Mary was born on November 8, 1949 in Melrose, NM to Thomas and Minnie Serna.

In 1962 Mary met the love of her life and soulmate Orlando Lucero, they married on August 17, 1968. Mary being a natural caretaker was a loving mother, sister, aunt and grandmother. To all those who knew her she was a hero. Being a devout Christian, Mary was a leader of prayer meetings at St. Johns Church. Alongside her friend Dolores Carrillo they started a prayer group for teenagers called The Chosen Teens. Which was later given leadership to nephew Orlando (Bones) Cobos. Mary was always willing to pray for anyone in search of guidance.

Preceding her in death are her parents Thomas and Minnie, brothers Tommy and Ernie Serna, mother in-law Flora Lucero, father in-law Frank Lucero and sister in-law Rosemary (Doy) Cobos.

Those left to cherish her memory are her husband Orlando Lucero, and their children Loretta Herrera and husband Edward, Jeanette Lucero, Destiny Lucero, Sam Lucero, Anyssa Lucero, Murissa Lucero, Justale Lucero and Gennie Lucero.

Her grandchildren who were her world Diego Herrera, Amanda Herrera, Chris “Topher” Herrera (her Critter) and great granddaughter Arella Nevaeh. Brothers and sisters Alex Cardona, Nora Sanchez and her husband Ernest, Jane Sanchez, Virgie Serna, Tony Serna and brother in-law Jerry Lucero. Special aunt Val Cardona and special niece Lisa Oropesa who were always there for her and her family. As well as numerous nephews and nieces. Mary’s family wishes to extend their sincere appreciation to all at Encompass and Hospice nurses Jamie, Katrina and Jimmie, all of which who helped Mary tremendously in her final months. Mary Lucero will be dearly missed but will be forever in our hearts as she watches over us in the Kingdom of Heaven with her Lord and Savior.

Thank you Grandma for spoiling me when I was young,

For scolding me when I was dumb,

For being there for me when I was down,

For Supporting me when I needed it,

For being there for me always,

We’ll always remember you and you will never leave our hearts.

Rest in peace Grandma.

Letting Go

The angels gathered near your side so very

close to you

For they knew the pain and suffering that you were going through

I thought about so many things as I held tightly

to your hand

Oh, how I wished that you were strong and happy once again

But your eyes were

looking homeward to that place beyond the sky

Where Jesus held his outstretched arms it was time to say goodbye

I struggled with my

selfish thoughts for I wanted you to stay

So we could walk and talk again like

we did just yesterday

But Jesus knew the answer and I know you loved him so

So I gave to you life’s greatest gift

The gift of letting go

As per Mary’s wishes graveside services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by Anderson Bethany Funeral Home and Crematory.