Helen Valerio

Helen Valerio, 94, passed away on May 9, 2026.  Born October 19, 1931 to Rose Valverde in Bernalillo, New Mexico. 

She is preceded in death by mother, Rose Valverde; husband, Mike Baca; husband, Phillip Valerio; siblings, Frank, Dave, Ray, Florence, Felia; daughters Gloria Martinez, Marlyne Baca; grandchildren, Tina Marie Baca; Danielle Baca and Ruben Baca.

Left to cherish her memory are her daughters Elizabeth Garcia, Theresa Baca, Susan (Agnes) Valerio; son, Marlo (Sara) Baca; sister, Delores Trujillo; grandchildren Melissa Garcia, Michael Garcia, Carlos Baca, Valerie Baca, Daniel Baca, Kenny Baca, Marcos Baca, Barbara Trujillo, Marlo Baca Jr., Gilbert Garcia, Rico Gabaldon;  25 great grandchildren; 23 great greatgrandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Helen was a bronco fan, and a fan of Oscar DeLaHoya.  She enjoyed going to Bingo and Cripple Creek.  She enjoyed attending parties.  She enjoyed dressing up in costumes for her favorite holiday, Halloween.  She was a great cook and made the best tamales.  Passing that knowledge to her child and grandchildren.  Helen loved sharing her stories, life lessons, words of wisdom and love for each of her family members.  She was the matriarch of 5 generations.  Her home was open to anyone.  And you never left her home without eating something.  Everyone was welcome.  She loved the Lord always putting him first.

She will forever be loved and missed.

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