Sylvia M. Romero

Born December 31, 1940 ~ Passed October 11, 2026

With a sad heart, we announce the passing of our beloved Sylvia.

She was preceded in death by her father Ramon C. Romero; mother Isabelita G. Romer; companion, Roman (RA) Aragon; brother, Raymond C. Romero; sister Melva M. Romero; nephew Steven G. Romero; great-nephew Jeremy Vigil; and brother-in-law Mike Vigil.

Sylvia is survived by her sisters; jessie R. Vigil and Ruby R. Naranjo; brother, Danny C. Romero, wife Debbie L. Romero; and many nephews, nieces, Godchildren, great-nephews and nieces, relatives, neighbors and many friends.

Sylvia was a devoted catholic, praying her daily rosary, attending mass. She had a deep devotion to our blessed Mother Virgin Mary, Saint Jude and Holy Water. She would go to the morada for Good Friday and the Santuario de Chimayo were special times in her life.

Sylvia was born in Santo Nino, NM,. She grew up always working and going to help her mother and father for the love of both of them.

A graduate of Santa Cruz High School Crusaders. Sylvia worked at Rio Grande Drug Store, Yates Cooperation Hardware and Jemez Mountain Electric where she retired. She loved life, especially her birthday. She would say that she missed being a New Year's baby by one day. She loved her time cooking, camping, dancing, picking pinon or just having a good time. Sylvia made many friends and enjoyed talking and respecting one and all. You will be greatly missed, but now you are resting in peace.

God bless you for your home in heaven with our Mother Blessed Virgin Mary and Blessed St. Jude. 

On Tuesday, October 27, 2026, a Public Viewing at 9:00 am, Eulogy at 9:45 am, Rosary at 10:00 am, Mass at 10:30 am at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Santa Cruz, NM. Burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery.

The family of Sylvia Romero has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory of the beautiful Espanola Valley.  505-747-7477