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Lester Cisneros Obituary

LESTER RAY CISNEROS, JR. Lester Ray Cisneros, Jr. of Santa Fe, New Mexico left to be with the Lord surrounded by family, and to be reunited with his Mother in eternal peace in Heaven, November 13, 2017. Lester Ray was born September 14, 1970 to Rebecca and Lester Cisneros in Santa Fe, NM. He is preceded in death by his Grandparents, Jose Maria and Aggie Serna, JL and Sobie Cisneros, Irma and William Robinson, and Ray Hair, Uncle, Wayne Robinson, and his Mother, Rebecca Cisneros. He is survived by his children Zinzii, Michael and Samantha. Father: Lester Cisneros, Sr., Sister Michelle Martinez (Rafael), Nicole Arrey, nephews Adam Vigil Jr, Ambrosio Tapia, and Ambrosio Tapia, Jr. (AJ). nieces: Danielle Tapia, Adrianna Cisneros, Analisa and Miranda Martinez, Aaliyah and Antoinette Tapia. Extended family Tomas and Stella Arrey. Also many special uncles, aunts, cousins, and lifelong friends. Lester was a lifelong resident of Santa Fe. He graduated with the Class of 1988 from Santa Fe High School. He went on to be a successful, and very talented Chef in Santa Fe, and the surrounding areas. His passions were cooking, and his family. There was no love greater than that he had for his family. He grew up as part of a very close-knit family. He was the only boy, and he and his sisters shared a very special bond with each other. He was his Mother's only boy and they adored each other. He was his Dad's pride and joy and they were so much alike in many ways. He was the best Son, Brother, Uncle, Nephew, Cousin, and Friend. His personality was his best quality. He was the most compassionate, kindest, most loving person, and he was remembered by everyone he encountered. He treated his friends and friends of his family, like his own family. He was so loved by everyone that knew him. His smile and his laugh was contagious, and one of the things his family loved most about him. A rosary and mass will be held at Cristo Rey Parish, Friday November 17, 2017, The rosary will begin at 10 am, with mass immediately after. Intermittent will follow mass, and then a reception will also be held at Cristo Rey. Please join the family in celebrating his life and remembering him. PALLBEARERS: Rafael Martinez, Adam Vigil, Ambrosio Tapia, Tomas Arrey, Victor Serna, Pine Wallace HONORARY PALLBEARERS: Paul Blea (Pockie), Daniel Roybal, Michael Krach, Robert Krach, Diego Robinson, Phillip Robinson

Published by Santa Fe New Mexican from Nov. 14 to Nov. 17, 2017.
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Zinzii Banks

Daughter

February 27, 2019

I miss you so much. You made such a deep impact on my life. You changed everything I thought I knew about love, friendship ,honesty and happiness. You will forever be in my heart and often on my mind. The most important thing you ever said to me besides "I love you." Was "I will never make you look bad." And you didn't. Not once. You were the most beautiful wonderful man. I love you baby and I miss you. Saying goodbye has been the most difficult thing I ever did. Thank you for watching over me and guiding me like the angel you always have been to me, like my gaurdian angel now. Thank you for being a part of my life, thank you for letting me be a part of yours. For showing me your big beautiful heart. I'm trying to move on with my life now, while still there is this void in my heart. I know that you would want me to do my best to take care of my health, sobriety, and you would want me to love again. It's not easy. It's the most difficult thing I've ever done , but I keep fighting for a life you would have wanted to give me and wanted me to have , everyday. And I do this for you, to honnor you. I live. I try so hard to just live for you . The way you would have wanted me to , with no fear ,nor regrets, never giving up. Always giving love freely and never judging anyone.

Erin Lomeli

August 3, 2018

It saddens me to know that Lester no longer walks among us. I knew him briefly, but considered him a friend.

Leslie Dietz

December 5, 2017

I cant believe you are gone tio I pray that you are watching over me and will some day welcome me into Heaven

Adam Vigil

Son

November 29, 2017

My deepest sympathy on the loss of your son, Lester

Yvonne Garcia

Classmate

November 25, 2017

So sorry to hear. I hadn't seen Lester in years, but every time I did he always had that smile. Condolences to the family.

Richard Halford

November 21, 2017

My condolences to the family of Lester Jr.

Caryn Quintana-Gallegos

November 19, 2017

Our condolences to you and your family, so sorry to hear about your son. God Bless you, take care, Love, Paula and Adrian Garcia.

Paula Romero

November 17, 2017

Debbie Chavez

November 17, 2017

Cheryl Thorp

November 17, 2017

To the Cisneros Family, My Condolences to you and yours for the Loss of your Son, May God see you through this time and may he be in a better place.

Gerard Armijo

November 17, 2017

To Michelle and the rest of the family, we send our love and condolences to you. We will keep you and your family in our hearts during this difficult time.

Tashina and Matt Rama and all the kiddos

Tashina Rama

November 16, 2017

Ray,

My Heart feels so heavy right now, but I'm so HAPPY I got to see you on Sunday. I'm also sad we didn't keep the promise we made to each other on spending the day together soon. Say Hello to the family when you see them all, tell Grandpa and Grandma I miss them so much. Love to you always..
Auntie Conchita

November 16, 2017

God bless you Lester, Floyd and I will always be here for you, we love your son in a very special way.

November 16, 2017

Where do I begin with wonderful memories of you, your mom, and family. Words cannot express the loss I'm feeling and the sympathy I have for your close knit family. I am comforted knowing you're with your mom and family in heaven. Rest In Peace dearest Lester Ray, and may God give the family comfort and strength.

Berna Gonzales

November 16, 2017

Lester Ray,

It is with heavy heart that I write this and think of all the great and scary moments we experienced in our lives. I have known you since birth as or families were close and I will always considered you as one of my brothers. I wish you happiness in heaven and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

David Montoya Jr.

November 16, 2017

I hope our Mother welcomed you with open arms in to the Kingdom of Heaven. Rest in Eternal Peace, my precious brother Lester Ray.

Michelle Cisneros (Martinez)

November 15, 2017

Dearest Cisneros family,
We were very saddened to here this news...
May God help you all through this hard time and help mend your hearts in time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Love always your friends Dennis, Annette & Preston Womack

Annette Womack

November 15, 2017

B W

November 15, 2017

Dearest Cisneros family,
We were very saddened to here this news....
May God help you all through this hard time and help heal your hearts in time...our prayers and love are with you all.
Your friends Dennis, Annette & Preston Womack

Annette Womack

November 15, 2017

Lester, bro. You were always a good bro to me. Carry on my friend, carry on. See you on the other side.

Donald Chavez

November 15, 2017

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