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Lulu Valdez Obituary

Valdez, Lulu Maestas



On Christmas Eve Lulu Valdez joined our dad, Fidel in eternal rest. Lulu was born September 8th, 1934 to Ignacio and Adela Maestas. She graduated from Highlands and NMSU. Mom taught for 20 years, became Director of Federal Programs and retired as Principal of Sacramento. Mom loved volunteering, was a member of Altrusa, and Knights of Columbus Auxiliary.

She is survived by siblings, Adelita and Carlos Craig, Fabiola and Mike Esposito, Cassimiro Valdez, Eloy and Helen Valdez, Viola Martinez; daughters, Elizabeth, Fidencia Mina Valdez; five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be made to Father James B. Hay Catholic School or KC Scholarship Fund.

The Vigil will be held on Tuesday, January 10, 6:30 pm at Our Lady of the Light Catholic Church.

A Rosary for Lulu Valdez will be recited at 10:00 am on Wednesday, January 11 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Mass of the Resurrection will follow the Rosary.

Inurnment will be held at a later date at the Santa Fe National Cemetery.

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www.alamogordofuneralhome.org.

Published by Albuquerque Journal on Jan. 8, 2017.
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I just read of Lula's passing. I am so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of both Lula and Fidel at Church and the golf course Great people and will be missed. Prayers to your family.

Jim and Georgia Rink

January 29, 2017

My condolences to the Valdez family. Lulu was a very special lady.

Carlos Brown

January 24, 2017

Lulu was a mentor to me at Holloman Intermediate School. I loved her joy and dedication. She touched so many lives! Blessings to the family.

Kathy Ogata

January 13, 2017

I am so sorry to hear of Lulus passing. I worked with her for years and admired her very much. Your family will be in my prayers.

Donna Ringener

January 10, 2017

Aunt Lulu, we will all miss you and the worst part about it is that you will be gloriously celebrating with my tio Fidel and mom and all the other relatives in God's holy kingdom. thank you Tia for your love and grace on this earth.
Mina n Elizabeth know that your cousins are just a phone call away. love n hugs, Dolores

January 9, 2017

Extraordinary, generous, smart and most of all EDUCATOR, are words that describe Mrs. Valdes.
She always had a smile and a hug for everyone who came her way. As an educator and administrator she insisted that each child enrolled in school received the best education possible.
I will honor your legacy and continue in your path to encourage the love of learning. Thank you, Lulu

Carmen Sanchez

January 9, 2017

I am deeply sorry for your great loss. Ms. Valdez was my third grade teacher at Sacramento School and she never forgot me. Just earlier 2016 I saw her in WalMart and as always she spoke to me and shared that incredible smile. She was truly an amazing woman and left a positive imprint in my life as well as many, many other students. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Susan Brown

January 9, 2017

Valdez family, Lulu was one the greatest people I have ever known, she never changed and was always willing to help anyone if she could, God bless you Lulu and Fidel, I know God has made a very special place in Heaven for both of you. My thoughts and prayers are with Lulu's family.

Ramona Vallejos

January 9, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Valdez family. Lulu was an amazing lady and I am happy that I knew her. What an amazing lady I loved to sit and talk to her and learn all I could from this sweet woman! She will be missed dearly by all who knew her. I pray the family finds comfort and strength to get through this difficult time. Crystal Bond Justin Bond and Patrick Bond Zima

Crystal-Justin-Patrick Bond

January 9, 2017

I remember Lulu as a member of the teachers organization Delta Kappa Gamma. She was one who loved children and did her best to educate them.
Prayers for her family and loved ones.

patricia blackwell

January 9, 2017

patricia blackwell

January 9, 2017

I loved this lovely lady as well as her husband. She and I were born in the same little hospital. We teased each other about how only special people were born there.

I know the family will miss her greatly.

Nadine N. Manker

January 8, 2017

CAROL KLOCKENGA

January 8, 2017

Lulu impacted more lives than can be told. She was a lady of action, who expressed her love through her many volunteering hours, both professional and personal. Lulu was love. She saw and promoted the best in those around her, including me. I will miss her always, but especially at every fiesta, mass, and knights event. Please know that she continues to watch over us all and take comfort in the memory of her guidance.

Angelina Muncy

January 8, 2017

I spend the best times in my child hood running in and out of the Valdez home with my auntie Mina and my cousins .. I love this family so much and I hope that you all know that may your hearts heal quickly and mom and dad's memory's be for ever engraved in your thoughts!
Love forever
Coco

Nichol Bennett

January 8, 2017

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Memorial Events
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Jan

10

Vigil

6:30 p.m.

Our Lady of the Light Catholic Church.

4 La Luz Rd, La Luz, NM

Jan

11

Rosary

10:00 a.m.

Immaculate Conception Catholic Church

705 Delaware Ave, Alamogordo, NM

Jan

11

Mass of Christian Burial

10:30 a.m.

NM

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2301 E 1st St, Alamogordo, NM 88310

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