Rafael “Tico” Guerra of Santa Fe, New Mexico passed away on January 11, 2020 due to complications of pneumonia. He was born on February 26, 1951. Tico served our country proudly as a Marine during the Vietnam War. He was loved by many people especially his family. His outreach to the community delivering care, concern, and a very faithful message about healing resonated with everyone he met. Tico began his calling as a healer in 1970. He and his wife owned Tico’s Health Food Shop from 1986-2015. He helped heal countless people, he never hesitated to share with anyone he met a remedio or two to help with their ailments. Tico also shared his knowledge on Que Suave Radio highlighting “the herb of the day”. In 2018, Tico came out of retirement to work at Herb’s Etc. so he could continue sharing his passion and knowledge of herbs. Tico also had a passion for Photography.
He is preceded in death by his grandmother Babs Breneiser, mother Catherine Darling, mother-in-law Connie Marquez and great- granddaughter Azalea Piña.
He leaves behind his beautiful wife of 33 years, Ruby Guerra; his father Jim Guerra (Stella); father-in-law Joe Marquez, stepdad Dick Darling. Children, Alejandra Guerra, Lorenzo Larrañaga, Melissa Larrañaga, Nichol Larrañaga (Mark- Tico’s Best Friend). Grandchildren, Nicholette Piña (Daniel), Mario Larrañaga (Amanda), Marcos Schaumberg (Janelle), Ariana Larrañaga-Marler, Feliz Larrañaga, Andre, Aurelia, Angelina, and Reiana Ayers, Great-grandchildren Jordan, Ayana, and Julian Piña, his little “lovie” Alayna Larrañaga, and Jacob Reta-Perea; brother Noe Guerra (Melissa); sister Tana Flewelling (Tim), Francesca Brogna (Johnny) and Pia Fiore (Victor); Brothers-in-law, Phillip Marquez (Donna), Joey Marquez (Diana) and Jerry Marquez (Cindy); sisters-in-law, Dorothy Shepherd (Steve), Anna Marie Varela (Florencio), Liz Chavez (Miguel), and Lucinda Montoya (Johnny). Tico also leaves behind many loving nieces and nephews.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to Cindy Arbrogast, Maxie Joseph, and Crystal Diaz of Christus St. Vincent for the wonderful care they provided to Tico during his transition.
A Celebration of Life will be conducted at 12:00 noon on Friday, January 17, 2020 at the Rivera Family Kiva Chapel of Light, 417 E. Rodeo Rd.
In lieu of flowers, his family requests donations be made to the American Lung Association in New Mexico, 5911 Jefferson Street NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109. (505) 265-0732
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| Name | Rafael E. Guerra |
| Date of Birth | February 26th, 1951 |
| Date of Death | January 11th, 2020 |
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| Funeral Home | Rivera Family Funeral Home - Santa Fe | |
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417 Rodeo Road Santa Fe NM 87505 United States |
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My heartfelt condolences to Ruby and the family. As a healer, Tico always gave wonderful advice on remedios, and best of all, he always had a beautiful smile to go along with them. His loving soul will be greatly missed.
'To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.' II Cor. 5:8
Jeanette Valdez (Koroneos)
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Tico was a kind and wonderful soul. He will be greatly missed! His wisdom and knowledge will remain in what he taught all of his friends and customers...Thank you Tico...God Bless your beautiful family... Linda Abeyta, Tony and Evelyn
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Tico has been a long time friend and he will be deeply missed! He was a very caring loving person with a heart of gold! I have known him since I was a little girl… Rest in peace my dear friend you are loved by many❣️
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I met Ticco at his herbal store almost 35 years ago. I was a low-income mom with two young sons, and couldn't afford medical care. I came to rely on Ticco for all kinds of herbs for my family over the years, and eventually sent many of my clients to him. We reconnected at Herb's Etc. in Santa Fe recently, and it was a great pleasure to see him again, available for so many old clients, and new ones. I, like many Santa Feans, am so sad to lose this kind, generous, knowledgeable, one-of-a-kind man.
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I loved TiVo as a brother. TiVo always helped me with all my ailments and I believe he helped cure my heart ailment. My heart goes out to the family and friends. God bless and be with all to comfort them at this time.
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Tico was the sweetest man I've ever met. He was always willing to help in any way. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with Ruby and all the family. May God bless and comfort you. My love to you all.
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My heart goes out to Tico's wife and family, as well as to the Santa Fe community who has lost a truly GOOD & WISE man. He was not only a GreatTreasure, but also a great Blessing to those off us who knew him (Thank You for him, Lord.). My deepest condolences... I will keep Tico and his family in my thoughts and prayers. Blessings, from a grateful friend.
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Tico was one of the most kind, generous, friendly, lovable, person I have ever met. I went to him for my Herb’s, for many years. I was one of his many customers and friend. Everyone he met, were his friends.. I knew him for many years. He will be greatly be missed. His smile was contagious. I will miss you my forever friend. Prayers going out to his wife, children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, all families and all his friends, you’re in heaven now, RIP ❤️
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Omg. Tico. My friend rest in peace buddy. You were an awesome friend. We all love you very much . Thank you for your service and all your love..dee
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