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Jimmy J. Medrano

Jimmy J. Medrano

March 28th, 1935 - September 26th, 2017

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Jimmy J. Medrano
March 28, 1935 - September 26, 2017
Jimmy J. Medrano, age 82, a lifelong resident of Santa Fe, passed away on September 26, 2017, surrounded by family. He is preceded in death by his son, David Medrano; parents, Tom & Esther Medrano; brother, Tommy Medrano; sisters, Amelia Quintana and Theresa Work. He is survived by his wife, Celia Medrano; son, Larry (Jonette) Medrano; daughters, Carol (Rafael) Cisneros and Joyce (Ty) Paywa; granddaughters, Jessica (Ernest Saiz) Medrano and Racquel Paywa; grandson, Alan Cisneros; great-granddaughter, Autumn Saiz; sister, Christine (Waldo) Garcia; and brothers, Robert “Bobby” (Marlene) Medrano, Mike (Consuelo) Medrano, Phillip (Dorothy Sanchez) Medrano; many nieces and nephews and other extended family members.
Jimmy served in the US Army from January 1958 to December 1959 where he developed a love for Germany and German food. He was dedicated to his career in the field of land surveying and was a member of New Mexico Professional Surveyors (NMPS). He was awarded the 2015 Lifetime Achievement Award in land surveying and was a Surveyor of the Year recipient. He was also a mentor and friend to many. He was a lifetime member of the Catholic Church. He enjoyed hunting and fishing in his younger years. Jimmy was devoted to his wife Celia, the love of his life, his family and his many friends. He had a smile that radiated throughout a room and he could make anyone feel like family. He will be greatly missed.
In lieu of flowers, we request a donation in his name be made to the Food Depot, 1222 Siler Road, Santa Fe, NM 87507.
Visitations will be Monday, October 2nd at 6:00 pm with a rosary to follow at 7:00 pm at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. Funeral services will be on Tuesday, October 3rd at 11:00 am at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with a reception following the Mass. Interment will be Tuesday, October 3rd at 3:00 pm at Santa Fe National Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Ty Paywa, Rafael Cisneros and Alan Cisneros.

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Name Jimmy J. Medrano
Date of Birth March 28th, 1935
Date of Death September 26th, 2017
Home Town Santa Fe, NM, US 
Religious Views Catholicism
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Funeral Home Rivera Family Funeral Home
Address 417 Rodeo Road
Santa Fe NM 87505
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Linda Arreola published a tribute .

Dearest Aunt Celia, both you and Uncle Jimmy are so special to us. He will be greatly missed but you are here for all of us to keep his memory alive with all the wonderful stories. Del and I are truly blessed to be a part of your family. Larry, Joyce and Carol and all, the Lord's promise is that we will see him again and there will be no more tears.
We love all of you!

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Celia Cortez-Gentner published a tribute .

I have many great memories of weekends at the Medrano's home. In recent years I enjoyed visiting him at the office and seeing so many photos. My deepest condolences to Celia, Larry, Carol, Joyce and all the grandchildren.

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Ruan Bacigalupa published a tribute .

Our deepest condolences to the Medrano Family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. I learned a lot about surveying from Jimmy, even though most of it was through what he has passed on to Larry, but something I learned directly was to always bring an upbeat positive attitude to your endeavors.
Ruan and Camille Bacigalupa.

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Cathleen Fernandes published a tribute .

Dearest Auntie Celia, Larry, Joyce, Carol and families~ Phil & I send our deepest sympathy and so much love to each and every one of you!!! ESPECIALLY Auntie Celia!!! ❤ I pray you are feeling God's loving and comforting embrace!!! I love you all so much!!! ❤ I'm truly blessed that I had that special time with both Uncle Jimmy and Auntie Celia, 3 weeks ago!!! I'll cherish this time and the pictures I took of them, forever!!! I love you ALL!!! ❤

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Jeanine Medrano published a tribute .

My heartfelt sympathies go out to my lovely Aunt Celia who has lived her life with my uncle as her husband and constant companion. To my favorite cousins Joyce and Carol and my loving cousin Larry. It will be a journey of mourning but along the way you will come to appreciate the love he gave even in its smallest measure. Im with you in my heart every step of the way.

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Elizabeth Vigil published a tribute .

Aunt Celia, Carol, Larry, Joyce and family:

My Deepest Sympathy for your loss, words cannot express the loss of a loved one. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Elizabeth Vigil and family

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Larry Medrano published a comment .

Hi Elizabeth. Thank you for your sympathy. At least now he and your dad can be together again.

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Margie G. Martinez published a tribute .

To Celia and Family: Our condolences for your loss. Jimmy was one of a kind. A talented man with a big heart. We had the pleasure of knowing him through his professional work. We met Celia also - what a wonderful Lady!
Con carino.
Gilbert & Margie Martinez

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Larry Medrano published a comment .

On behalf of our mom and us kids, I thank you for your kind words.

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Andrea Garcia (Seattle) published a tribute .

I am flooded with memories of summer vacations spent at the house my Uncle Jimmy and Aunt Cecilia and I am saddened the loss you're such a beloved man. My condolences to you Aunt Cecilia,Larry,Carol and Joyce. St. Theresa of Avila once "To have courage for whatever comes in life
everything lies in that" My prayer for you is to have that courage that comes from God alone. All my love, Drea

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Florence Romero published a tribute .

Dear Celia and family, I.am so sorry to hear about Jimmy's passing. He was so kind, gentle and his beautiful smile brought so much happiness to everyone. He will be dearly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you Celia and your family.

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