Dolores "Lola" Torrez

Dolores "Lola" Torrez obituary, Belen, NM

Dolores "Lola" Torrez

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Dolores Torrez Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Romero Funeral Home on Oct. 15, 2025.

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August 3, 1934 – October 10, 2025
Dolores (Lola) Torrez, a lifelong resident of Adelino, New Mexico, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 3, 1934, in Adelino, New Mexico, to Ernesto and Eufemia Chavira.
Lola was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and cherished member of the Tomé Catholic Church and active member of the 10 o'clock choir for many years. Her faith and gentle spirit touched everyone who knew her. She dedicated many years of her life to caring for children at Tiny Tots Nursery in Belen and also worked faithfully at Nino's Lumber, Tabet Lumber, and Raks Lumber & Hardware, where her kindness and hard work were deeply appreciated.
She is survived by her beloved children: Juan Jose Johnny Torrez, Magdalen Perea, Leroy and Diane Torrez, and Eufemia (Famie) and Ted Trujillo; her loving sisters, Aurora Sanchez and Eloisa Padilla; as well as many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, Godchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Lola was preceded in death by her husband, Julian Torrez; her parents, Ernesto and Eufemia Chavira; her son, Ralph Torrez; her grandson, Juan Estevan; and her sister, Altagracia Chavira.
The family would like to extend their deepest gratitude to the doctors, nurses, and hospital staff at the Heart Hospital of New Mexico at Lovelace Medical Center for their wonderful care and compassion for our beloved mother and Nana. They also wish to express heartfelt thanks to the many friends and community members who have reached out with unwavering love and support during this time.
Pallbearers will be TJ Trujillo, Jarod Perea, Jason Perea, LeRoy Torrez, Patrick Jaramillo, and Gabe Perea. Honorary Pallbearers will be Julie Ann Orrantia and Darlene Sanchez.
Lola will be remembered for her faith, her kindness, and the deep love she had for her family and community. Her presence will be profoundly missed but forever cherished in the hearts of those who were blessed to know her.

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Upcoming Events

Oct

22

Visitation

10:30 a.m.

Immaculate Conception Catholic Church

7 Church Loop, Tome, NM 87060

Send Flowers

Oct

22

Rosary

11:30 a.m.

Immaculate Conception Catholic Church

7 Church Loop, Tome, NM 87060

Send Flowers

Oct

22

Funeral Mass

12:00 p.m.

Immaculate Conception Catholic Church

7 Church Loop, Tome, NM 87060

Send Flowers

Oct

22

Interment

1:00 p.m.

Tome Catholic Cemetery

Tome

Send Flowers

Services provided by

Romero Funeral Home

Only 3 days left for delivery to next service.