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Gloria Leger Obituary
Gloria L. Leger, a remarkable woman, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend was called to her eternal home, while surrounded by her family, on Friday, September 19, 2025.
She is survived by her husband, Andre Leger; daughters, Debbie Rivera, Dianna Montoya and her husband, Frank, Linda Ural and her husband, Leo, and Victoria Salas and her husband, Ray; grandchildren, Jamie Rodriguez and husband, Nathan, Juanita Gurule, Cynthia Gurule, Francella Montoya and long time partner, Paul Henry Allen, Frankie Montoya, Devan Valdez, Eva Lopez, VJ Lopez, Liam Ural and Bella Lopez; numerous great-grandchildren; sister, Catalina Baca, mother in law Gloria Leger, sister in law Lisa Leger and many extended family members and friends.
Gloria was preceded in death by her parents, Moises and Antonia Padilla; sons Augustine Gurule and Victor Lopez, daughter Carmella Gurule and sister Rose Marquez.
She leaves a legacy of love, strength and perseverance. Her fiery spirit will continue to live in our hearts and inspire us. She will be deeply missed.
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