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Virginia Romero Obituary
Virginia is preceded in death by her parents, Bernard and Rose Candelaria and her sister Liva Arellano.
Virginia was born to Bernard and Rose Candelaria in Durango, CO where she was a life-long resident. She graduated in 1951 from Durango High School where she began "going steady" with Rufe, whom she eventually went on to marry in 1954. November 17, 2020 marked 67 years of marriage for Rufe and Virginia. She was a devout Catholic and life-long member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church where she heavily supported and was a member of the Mother's Club. She also loved the holidays and was and excellent cook - known for her tamales, tacos, green chili as well as many other dishes.
In 1960, Rufe and Virginia started Rufe's Paint Store together where Virginia managed the finances for the store before they both retired in 2003. During retirement, Virginia and Rufe traveled frequently. They also enjoyed passing the time making puzzles together, and of course were kept busy with visits from their abundance of family and close friends. Virginia was wholeheartedly loved and admired by her family as well as many others and will be missed dearly.
Virginia's family would like to express their sincere appreciation for and thanks to the Mercy Regional Medical Center Nurses who provided compassionate end-of-life palliative care and hospice care to Virginia.
A rosary will be held and the Mass will be Saturday, March 6, 2021 at Sacred Heart at 10 am followed by a graveside at Greenmount Cemetery. Due to the current pandemic, the services will be for immediate family only. Service will be streamed live - please visit hoodmortuary.com for more details.
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Jeanne Porter
March 25, 2021
To Rufe, Mike, Kristen, Keith, and Sarah,
I just saw this sad news today.
I'm so sorry for your loss and know the pain you must be feeling.
Condolences.
Maxine Hoeffner
March 11, 2021
Our prayers and thoughts to Mr. Rufe Romero and family for the loss of Mrs. Virginia Romero. The Hoeffner Painting Service utilized Rufe's Paint Store for many years. May your memories comfort and bless you.
Cindy and Maxine Hoeffner
Daughters of Herbert and Helen Hoeffner
Becky Hotal
March 6, 2021
Robert, so sorry for your loss, prayers too you and your family for comfort! Keith and Becky Hotal
Alice Thompson
March 6, 2021
Dear Rufe and family, I heard this morning of Virginia’s loss. I cannot tell you how sorry I am, I know how difficult a time this is for all of you.
She was a lovely and gracious lady.
This month marks 10 years since Bobby left us; I know he was in line to greet Virginia.
Catherine Martinez
March 5, 2021
My sincere condolences to all the family.
Catherine Enriquez Martinez
Carol B Garcia
March 5, 2021
All my thoughts and prayers are with the family! I grew up with the Romero's and went to school with them. Virgie was always sweet and welcoming when we visited. All my Love to the family!
Sweetie Marbury
March 4, 2021
To the dear family I am so sorry for your loss . My prayers will be for you and your children during these difficult times.
Barbara Johnson
March 4, 2021
Virginia was my cousin I met when I was very young , I remember visiting her home and playing with her children she was very nice. I most recently saw her and spoke to her a few years back at a birthday party for another relative. She was still as friendly as I remembered. May she rest in peace.
Ginny Brown
March 4, 2021
Dear Rufe,
I was so saddened to read about the passing of your Virginia. Though I never met her she had to be a beautiful person, as is your entire family .
My prayers go out to you all as your mourn. Blessings to you all.
Emily Gomez
March 4, 2021
Virgie was a lovely person and my condolences to her family. May she rest in peace.
Charlotte Garcia
March 3, 2021
You are all in my thought & prayers . Love you all Charlotte Garcia
Dennis McCoy
March 3, 2021
My sincere condolences to the Romero Family !
May Virginia Rest In the Arms of the LORD forever..
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