Samuel Romero

ROMERO, SAMUELO Lord My God, I cried out to You, and You healed me. Psalms 30:2.

On January 13, 2014, God took our dearest Sam home. Samuel Romero passed away at his home after a long illness at the age of 47.

A rosary will be recited at 6:30p.m., Friday, January 17, 2014 at LaGrone Funeral Chapel. A mass of the resurrection is scheduled for 9:00 A.M., Saturday, January 18, 2014 at St. Peters Catholic Church. Interment will follow at South Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held at LaGrone Funeral Chapel on Thursday, January 16, 2014.

Sam was born on September 26, 1966 in Belen, New Mexico to Prudencio Romero and Mary Aguirre. His father has preceded him in death, as well as his stepfather, Manuel Aguirre and his grandmother: Nestora Luevano.

During his 47 years of life, Sam accomplished many things. He was a Volunteer Fire Fighter at an early age, then moved on to obtain a degree as a Diesel Mechanic at UTI in Phoenix, Arizona. Sam worked for Interstate Security, with the Romero Family and adopted Mr. Camilo and Mary Romero and sons as his family. Sam then opened up his own business called, Sams Automotive and UFO Repair, which didnt last long because he moved on to what he always wanted and that was to teach. He worked at Goddard High School and later transferred to Roswell High School. At both high schools, Sam touched the hearts of every single student that passed through his classroom. Students looked up to him as he served as a role model to many, always encouraging to succeed in life and obtain an education.

He loved anything that had to do with education. He served for several years as President of Police Council for the Headstart Program, leaving a tremendous impact. He was such a blessing to all who knew him and always willing to help those in need. He would take the shirt off his back to give it to anyone who needed it and was always looking out for the wellbeing of others. He was a member of St. Johns Catholic Church and a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles.

He is survived by his mother: Mary Aguirre of Hagerman, Cecilia Najera, companion and mother of his kids son: Andrew Romero of Roswell Daughters: Ivette Romero and husband Edgar Aguilar of Roswell and Adelisa Romero and husband Enrique Murillo of Roswell Sam had three grandkids, who he loved dearly: Ivan Romero, Sophia Aguilar, and Liliana Murillo sisters: Sandra Romero and companion Edna Miller of Hagerman, New Mexico, Adele Romero of Midland, Texas and his dearest niece whom he considered his daughter: Loretta Villa and husband Andres Villa of Hagerman, New Mexico two godchildren: Samuel Pinon of Sinaloa and Dariana Urbina of Hagerman. He also had numerous nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be Andrew Romero, Andres Villa, Edgar Aguilar, Enrique Murillo, Rene Ornelas, Lee Lehman, Glenn Huddleston and Sandra Romero. Honorary Pallbearers will be his grandchildren: Ivan Romero, Sophia Aguilar, and Liliana Murillo.

Flowers will be accepted, but if you like, you can make a contribution to the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

Condolences may be made online at www.lagronefuneralchapels.com

Arrangements are under the personal directions of the professionals at LaGrone Funeral Chapel.

Service

Rosary

LaGrone Funeral Chapel
900 S. Main
Roswell, NM  88203
Friday, January 17, 2014
6:30 p.m.

Memorial Mass

St. Peter Catholic Church
805 S Main
Roswell, NM  88203
Saturday, January 18, 2014
9:00 A.M.

Mass

St. Johns Catholic Church
506 S. Lincoln Ave.
Roswell, NM  88203
Saturday, January 18, 2014
10:30 a.m.

Cemetery

South Park Cemetery
3101 S. Main
Roswell, NM  88203