Patsy Maria Baca

Patsy Maria Baca obituary, Portales, NM

Patsy Maria Baca

Patsy Baca Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Muffley Funeral Home Inc. on Feb. 10, 2026.
Patsy Maria Baca, age 76, passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026, in her home. A Rosary will be held Friday, February 13, 2026, 9:00 am, at St. Helen's Catholic Church 1600 S. Ave O, Portales, NM 88130, Mass of the Christian Burial to follow with Father Francisco Carbajal officiating. Burial will be held at Portales Cemetery 1600 E. 3rd Street (Hwy. 88) Portales, NM immediately following the Mass. Pablo Pena Jr., Michael Baca, Jacinto Orozco, Tony Lucero, Armando Montano, Adrain Baca, Michael Baca Sr., Cory Baca, will serve as pallbearers.

Patsy was born on December 10, 1949, in Portales, NM, to Christoval and Pearl Ulibarri. She worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant at Roosevelt General Hospital for many years. Many will remember her from her time working at Allsup's convenience store. Patsy married the love of her life, Henry Baca, in 1995, in Portales, NM. and were happily married until his passing. She enjoyed reading, jigsaw puzzles, watching TV, going to the lake, and spending time with family. Patsy was a hard dedicated worker, always working and staying busy. She will be missed by her family and friends.

Patsy is survived by her four sons; David Montano of Las Vegas, NM, Abel (Yvonne) Montano of Albuquerque, NM, Gilbert (Mary) Baca of Portales, NM, Eric Baca of Plainview, TX, brother; Vincent Ulibarri of Portales, NM, two sisters; Rose Lucero, Mary Jane Stewart of Portales NM, and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Patsy is preceded in death by her parents; Christoval Ulibarri, Pearl Ulibarri, husband; Henry Baca, sister; Diana Martin, and brother; Ray Ulibarri.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Muffley Funeral Home, www.muffleyfuneralhome.com, (575)762-4435.

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