Nena Sisneros

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Mrs. Nena Sisneros went to be with the Lord, her saviour, on April 18, 2012 at the age of 69 years old. Her final days were spent surrounded by family members, relatives and special friends. Nena Sisneros was born in El Rito, New Mexico on September 9, 1942. She is survived by her husband Gilbert Sisneros; three sons, Gil, Anthony and Matthew; their wives Holly, Nadia and Yohanna; three brothers David, Pat and George Chavez; three sisters Rose Downing, Mary Walsh and Arlene Padilla and 9 wonderful grandchildren (Ellie, Chelsy, Nicholas, Joshua, Kyle, Anthony-John, Jacob, Isabella and Micahel. Nena and Gilbert were married on August 10, 1961 and they moved to northern California in 1964. Nena loved the Lord and raised her family attending Shiloh Church in Oakland. She loved children and earned her Childcare Certificate at Laney College. She worked at the churchs day care center for many years until she started her own day care business, Much Love Day Center that she managed for 10 years. Through the church and her work with children, she developed long-lasting friendships and was loved by countless friends. Nena had a very nurturing and loving spirit and was considered a pseudo mother by many family members and friends.
Mrs. Sisneros will lie in state throughout the day on Monday April 23rd in the mortuary chapel, for friends and family that wish to pay their respects. The Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday morning at 11:30a.m. at El Buen Pastor Church, 609 Calle Rivera, in Espanola. The committal service will follow at 1:30 p.m. at The Santa Fe National Cemetery, and a reception will then take place at 3pm at The American Legion Hall 1601 Berry Avenue, in Santa Fe.

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Name Nena Sisneros
Date of Death April 17th, 2012
Home Town AL, US 
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Address 417 Rodeo Road
Santa Fe NM 87505
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Matthew Romero published a tribute .

PLEASE AUNT NENA SHOW MY MOM AND GRANDPARENTS WHAT LOVE IS AND COME SAVE ME NOW AND INVITE ME TO HEAVEN FOREVER YOU KNOW IN YOUR HEART I DESERVE TO BE HAPPY NOW IN HEAVEN PLEASE COME AND SAVE ME NOW AMD INVITE ME HOME TO HEAVEN NOW FOREVER SHOW THEM WHAT TRUE LOVE IS SAVE ME NOW AUNT NENA I KNOW YOU LOVE ME THAN COME BACK FOR ME NOW AUNTY

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Matthew Romero published a tribute .

Please Aunt Nena don't leave me behind come back for me now I know you love me and I love you too

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Matthew Romero published a tribute .

AUNT NENA MY MOM AND GRANDPARENTS GAVE UP ON MEI KNOW YOU NEVER WILL PLEASE SAVE ME NOW AND INVITE ME TO HEAVEN YOU KNOW IN YOUR HEART I DESERVE TO SHARE HEAVEN NOW PLEASE COME FOR ME I KNOW YOU LOVE ME AUNT NENA I LOVE AND TRUST YOU PLEASE COME FOR ME NOW AUNT NENA THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS YOU PLEASE SAVE ME AUNT NENA NOW PLEASE I NEED YOUR HELP TO GET TO HEAVEN NOW AUNT NENA PLEASE HELP ME THANK YOU

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Matthew published a tribute .

Please Aunt Nena save me today and invite me to heaven show my mom and grandparents you still love me they gave up I know you love me save me now and invite me to heaven now thank you aunt Nena

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Jennifer And Matthew Romero published a tribute .

Uncle Gilly, Gil, Matthew, and Anthony we love you guys and have kept you in our prayers while you heal from the loss. Aunt Nena was a loving kind hearted unique aunt she always welcomed us with open arms no matter what. She showed us the love of our Savior Jesus Christ and how rewarding it is to walk with him daily. We hold the memories in our hearts forever. love all of you! The Romeros

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Tomtom And Hinson Family published a tribute .

To the Sisneros Family,
Our family has so many wonderful memories with Nena. She was a blessing to us all and she will forever be in our hearts. When we moved in across the street, I can still remember our first meeting and her beautiful smile along with the best cookies I ever had. She was a very special and loving person and we will miss her. May God comfort you in your time of loss.

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Marie Archuleta Lopez published a tribute .

Gilbert & Family,
I am sorry for your loss, I have wonderful memories of time shared with my best friend while in my youth. Nena and I had a lot of fun together back in the day! I always thought of Nena and our friendship. I am happy that I got to be in your home a few years ago and again this past November. I felt the love of our Lord in your home and it made me feel happy. I treasure my memories of Nena and carry them in my heart always. I loved her, she felt like another sister. She was a beautiful and kind person! May our Lord comfort you at this time.
Your friend,
Marie Lopez (Salt Lake City, Utah)

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Frank Buck published a tribute .

So very sorry to hear about your Mom! I remember her and your Dad coming to one of our softball games a few years ago. She seemed to be a very special and gracious woman.
Her biography was beautifully composed.
Take care.
Frank

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Glenda & Gilbert Gonzalez published a tribute .

Dear Gilbert, we are so sorry for your loss, your family is in our hearts and prayers....

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Yvonne & Jay Trujillo published a tribute .

I am sorry to hear of your loss. I visited Nena with my mother Marie Archuleta Lopez a few years ago, I enjoyed being in your home. Nena was so kind to me and my young family. We felt her love and appreciation towards us. Your home was filled with the warmth and love of our Heavenly Father. May our Lord bless and comfort you at this time and in the days to follow.
Yvonne Lopez Trujillo & Jay Trujillo (Salt Lake City, Utah)

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Joni Miller published a tribute .

Dearest Gil and family,
My heart goes out to you and my prayers. Nena has always been such a pillar in the lives of everyone. She was such a strong woman of God, full of love, encouragement and faith. She encouraged us all, just by being herself. I am so sorry for your loss, and will pray daily for you. God bless, Joni Miller

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Gladys Archuleta published a tribute .

Gilbert and Nena's family. I'm sorry life has changed for you. Lucky for us Growing up, Nena was in our lives. My sister Marie was her best friend, Nena, was always friendly and full of fun.
May the spirit of our Risen Christ be with you and give you peace. She has now resurrected too and gets to be with Jesus and her family in heaven.

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Cres Archuleta published a tribute .

Dear Padrino, and family

We were so sad to her about my Madina Nena, she was so full of life and her smile aways brought us happiness.

She loved you all so much, and she will always have a very special place in my heart.

May our Lord Jesus Christ welcome her in his healing hands and my he reach out to you all to help with your loss.

Love you lot's
Cres, Gail and Family

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Jerry Sisneros published a tribute .

Uncle Gilbert, Gil, Anthony and Matthew,
Your mother was a very special person and she will be missed by all of us. I am greatful to have had the times we had to spend time with her. She was a positive force in all of our lives and her smile and wit will always be thought of with grateful rememberances by Aster and me. Our sincere condolences to all of you in this difficult time.

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Victoria Cox Aka Vikki O'reilly published a tribute .

Nena was one of my favorite people in this world. She was so supportive and giving to me when I was a single mother with my daughter. I still cherish the picture I have of her and Katrina on the day she graduated from kindergarten. Nena thank you for making me feels so loved and for raising 3 wonder sons that have touched so many lives as well. I will miss you.

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David Sisneros published a tribute .

My Aunt Nena I will miss you and will always be greatful of the time I got to spend with you last time I was with you. God let me see you that time for a reason and I will always remember you when I saw you. I will always love you Aunt Nena and always be in my heart.

Love you forever and forever.

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Gilio & Marion Cosentino & Family published a tribute .

As Jesus welcomes your loved one home, He's promised to ease your sorrow and renew your spirits. We'll always remember our times together at various family affairs and at Family Camp. We'll miss you greatly along with all your family and many friends.

The Cosentino Family

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Janet And Smokee Burch published a tribute .

A more beautiful soul has never graced this earth. I haven't shed so many tears since my own Mother passed 13 years ago. Our prayers are with you, our dear family.

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Janelle Kidolis-Johnson published a tribute .

Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother and wife. She was a wonderful woman of God and loved by all who knew her. May God's peace console your grief during this difficult time.

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Pete And Patricia Herrera published a tribute .

Our most sincere condolances to all the Sisneros/Chaves family. Nena is now in the peaceful, loving hands of the Lord.

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Shannon Zimmerman published a tribute .

Gilbert, My deepest sympathy to you. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

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Debra Thompson published a tribute .

Gil:
My prayers are with you and your family during your time of sorrow.

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Floraida & Augustine Martinez published a tribute .

Gilbert, Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. May our Lord give you peace and strength to deal with your loss.
Nena will always be remembered when flowers bloom in Spring, & in summertime remembered in the fun that summer brings.
She will be remembered each day right from the start, for memories the we once shared will forever live with in our hearts. May she be at peace.

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Carlos Harvey published a tribute .

My deepest condolences. Be gentle with yourselves. May the love and memories of Nena bring you comfort and strength during this difficult time. God bless Nena and all of her family and friends.

Respectfully,
Carlos Harvey

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Gina And Modesto Vialpando published a tribute .

To the Sisneros famy we are so very sorry for your loss. We just want to thank you for the joy of getting to meet Nena a very special lady. Nena you will be missed by everyone who had the pleaure of meeting you. Rest in Peace Vialpandofamily.

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Cesar Zevallos published a tribute .

I'm so sorry for you'r lost ,but the lord is with her and she will be always with with and you family.

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Pastors Steve And Pam Steinberg published a tribute .

Dearest Gilbert, Gil, Anthony, Matthew and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you celebrate the life and home-going of your beloved wife and mother. We have such fond memories of Nena. She was always a sweet and loving lady and seemed to glow with the joy of the Lord. Our boys still remember "Miss Nena" as the preschool teacher they loved so much.She was such a loving teacher to the kids. We pray you will find comfort in our Lord Jesus through this difficult time, and remember just how much she loved Him. Much love and hugs to you all. The Steinberg Family

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Kiteley Family And Shiloh published a tribute .

We are thankful for the years Nena was with us in Shiloh. We have many memories of her work with children and her dedication and love for people. We send our thoughts and prayers to the family at this time. May our Lord comfort and strengthen. Love, The Kiteley family and Shiloh.

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Eliza And Family published a tribute .

we will all miss you auntie you were a wonderful women and you will be dearly missed and our prayers are with you uncle and family we love you guys

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Art And Lolita Lopez published a tribute .

We were blessed to have Nena in our lives. She was a beautiful, loving and caring friend who we will miss very much. We know you are in a better place, REST IN PEACE
WE LOVE YOU. Our condolence to the Sisneros family.

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Florence Varos Ankersmit published a tribute .

Nena will forever be in my heart. I will never forget all the wonderful times we spent together. She was a women after God's heart. She was a very special friend and I will miss her so much. Gil, I will continue to keep you and the boys in my prayers.

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Robert Lopez published a tribute .

my thought and prayers are with you always and i know bob juanita and the rest have a spot right with them another angel

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Mary Lucio published a tribute .

i will always have you in my heart you meant the world but i know you will be my angel for the rest of mine.

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Familia Guerra Zevallos published a tribute .

Estimada Familia Sisneros:
Desde el Peru enviamos nuestros mas sentidas condolencias por la perdida de la Sra Nena Sisneros, a quien no tuvimos el agradable satisfaccion de conocerla personalmente pero las pocas veces que converzamos via internet quedamos muy agradados de su persona y caracter. Un hijo sencillo y agradable como Matthew es resultado de buenos padres. La alegria es saber que ella se ha ido a un lugar de descanso junto a la presencia de Jesucristo porque escrito esta que morir en Cristo es ganancia. Con todo nuestro cariño en el amor de Cristo. Familia Guerra Zevallos.

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Hazel Varos published a tribute .

Nena was a special woman who touched the lives of many. But first and formost, I will always remember Nena as a person who loved the Lord with all her heart.
Gil you are in my heart and my prayers.
Hazl Varos

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Naomi Martinez published a tribute .

Nena is with her Jesus that she loved so much. She was my best friend, Neighbor and sister in Christ as well as my pisana(both from NM). We will miss you every time we go to Taos, but we will not forget to check on Gil for you. You will be missed so very much by your family and friends. Love you Nena. Gil, we will see you in July.

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Eric L Roberts published a tribute .

My condolences to the Sisneros Family. I remember Nena being a very sweet and nice lady. She always had a nice word to say and was such a loving person. My prayers are with your family in this time of need.

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Lisa Clausen published a tribute .

Sorry for your loss. She will be missed. She was a great friend and "mom". Prayers to the family.

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Angela (Macchia) published a tribute .

Nena was a wonderful woman and very sweet. I remember her full of smiles.

I'm so sorry for your loss and pray that you will be comforted in this time.

Angela

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Louis Martinez Jr. published a tribute .

I will always remember being greeted by Nena and her wonderful smile as Matthew and I would ride bikes up and down Humboldt St .
She was a wonderful woman and I am saddened by her passing. My prayers go out to Gil and the boys. We will all miss her.

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