Angelina Buckwald

Angelina Buckwald, 90, beloved Mother and Spouse, was called to her eternal resting place on February 22, 2025. She entered this world on September 16, 1934 in Cedar Grove, New Mexico, born to Abran and Herculanita Serna, who proceeded her in death. She is survived by her daughter, Loretta Guerra and husband Celso; son Glenn Trotter; son Abran Trotter and wife Elena; grandchildren Englenn Trotter and Fiancee Richard; Adan Tesch and wife Nora; Michael Trotter; and great grand daughter Elyse Hannah Trotter. Her sisters, Olympia Serna and Celia Marino; sister-in-law Dorothy Serna; many nieces and nephews.

Beloved family members preceding Angelina “Angie” in death are the love of her life, soulmate and husband, Elmer E “Buck” Buckwald; grandson, Legenn Trotter; brother, Pete Serna; and sisters, Mary Cano; Gloria Serna; and Rita Lopez.

Affectionately called "Red" for her flaming red hair and iconic red lipstick, and "Big Momma", Angie lived life out loud and to its fullest. The room came alive with her larger than life presence. Her biggest passion was for her family and loved ones.

Angie came from humble beginnings and built a great life for herself and her family. She taught her kids the values of hard work, never giving up, and education.

Angie believed in education. Forced to leave high school in the 11th grade to care for her younger siblings, Angie instilled the importance of education in her children and grandchildren. As grandma, she volunteered at the school and enjoyed the field trips, especially with Englenn, Adan, Michael, and Legenn. She used her native Spanish speaking skills by volunteering at her son Abran's elementary school to help children who were Spanish speaking only, to learn how to read and write in English.

As a devoted Catholic, she had a deep faith in God, which she shared with her children and grandchildren. She prayed the rosary daily and was always praying for her family, loved ones, and the world.

She was very creative and used her talent to create beautiful quilts, embroidery, and crocheted doilies that she gifted to family and friends. Her passions extended to cheering for NASCAR races, especially her favorite - Dale Earnhart; watching the local yard races, playing the marble game and dominos, and joking around. Angie and her brother Pete, were known tp send the family ducking for cover from their good natured occasional cow chip throwing fight over who was cheating during the family baseball games.

Angie was a patriot. Her strong belief in supporting the founding principles of the United States and protecting our freedoms and supporting our troops were paramount. She supported her two sons, Glenn & Abran who served in the Army and Navy respectively with homemade goodies and continuous prayers and letters of encouragement.

Angie believed in giving back and serving her community. She served on the board of the Hispanic Women's Council from 1998-1999 with her daughter, Loretta Guerra to support her when she held the office of President. She held the office of Supreme and Grand Chief for the Pythian Sisters and served as Advisor to the Albuquerque Pythian Sunshine Girls for 20+years. during which time she participated in countless community fundraisers.

Angie was like a pebble cast in a body of water, the rippling effects of her love and energy were felt by many and she impacted their lives in do many ways, and too many to recount. She will be missed. We love you, mom and grandma.

Services will be held at Queen of Heaven Church, 5311 Phoenix Ave NE, on March 3, 2025. The rosary will start promptly at 9:30 am followed by the celebration of Mass at 10 am. A brief reception will be held in the Church's parish hall after the services.

Pallbearers will be Glenn Trotter, Abran Trotter, Englenn Trotter, Michael Trotter, Elyse Hannah, and Danny Serna.

Rosary Leaders will be niece, Lorraine Serna, and nephew, Anthony Colson.

Readers will be daughter-in-law, Elena "Maria" Trotter, and nephew, Albert Apodaca