Cecilia Lucero

Cecilia G. Lucero, age 91, passed away on November 22, 2025, in her family home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 18, 1933, in Tinnie, New Mexico, and lived the majority of her life in Roswell, New Mexico. On August 10, 1950, Cecilia married the love of her life, Elfego Lucero, Jr. Together they built a beautiful life, full of love, devotion and the joy of raising their family. They were blessed with four children: Jimmy Lucero Sr., Beatrice Romero, Elfego Lucero III, and Lydia Gomez. Cecilia was a devoted mother and grandmother whose greatest happiness came from spending time with her family and her beloved pets. She had a warm and welcoming presence, and her home was a place where everyone felt cared for and loved. She enjoyed going to the casino, singing, playing the guitar, and cooking wonderful meals for her family. Holidays were always a wonderful time, spent eating amazing food, singing, dancing, and laughing together as a family. She is survived by her daughters Beatrice Romero (Bobby) and Lydia Gomez. She was blessed with ten grandchildren: Angela (Paul) Lucero-Horton, Letitia (Lazaro) Benitez, Jimmy (Amy) Lucero, Loretta (Jose) Leos, Rebecca Armendariz, Elfego Lucero, Albert (Alexa) Gomez, Adam Gomez, Juan Lucero, and Andrea Macks and her sister-in law Elizabeth Ramirez. Her legacy continued through her 31 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren, each one holding a special place in her heart. She is also survived by numerous nephews, nieces and godchildren. Cecilia loved her growing family deeply and took pride in seeing her love and values carried on through the generations. Cecilia was preceded in death by her parents: Felipe and Elena Gonzales; her husband Elfego Lucero Jr.; her sons Jimmy Lucero Sr. and Elfego Lucero III; and her siblings Melcor Gonzales, Lucia Savedra, Atanacia Cobos, Mike Gonzales, and Juan Gonzales. Honorary pallbearers will be her grandsons Jimmy Lucero Jr., Elfego Lucero, Albert Gomez, Adam Gomez, Juan Lucero, Paul Horton, Lazaro Benitez Jr., Jose Leos. Her gentle heart, generous spirit, and deep love will be remembered by all. Her kindness, wisdom, and strength touched countless lives. The memories she created and the love she shared will continue to comfort and guide her family. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. We would like to thank Enhabit Hospice care for their compassion and care. We would also like to thank George and Abby Yates for all their kindness through the years. A viewing will be held at Anderson-Bethany Funeral Home, 2609 S. Main St. in Roswell, New Mexico on Saturday, December 13th, 2025 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The Rosary will be recited at 12:00 PM by Paul Horton. Following the Rosary, services will be led by Jimmy Lucero Jr.

Cecilia Lucero

December 18, 1933 - November 22, 2025