Conry “Connie” Prada age 92, passed away on November 28, 2020 to join our beloved Lord in Heaven. She was born on November 26, 1928 in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
She is preceded in death by: Father, Melisendro Gallegos, Mother, Senaida Gallegos, Husband, Jimmy Prada, Son, Rudolph Prada, Son, Floyd Prada, Granddaughter, Samara Prada, Brother, Joe Mel Gallegos, Brother, Freddie Gallegos, Brother, Elias Benny Gallegos, Sister-in-law Mary Gallegos, Brother, Philip Gallegos, Son-in-law, Larry “Skeeter” Gonzales, Sister-in-law, Helena Gallegos, Brother-in-law, Joe Romero.
She is survived by: Daughter, Mary “Nena” Gonzales (Phil Valdez), Daughter, Louana Prada, (Joe Montoya), Son, David Prada (Judy), Son, Mel Prada (Therese), Daughter, Corrine Sapien (Frank), Son, Edward Prada, Daughter, Lillian Prada, Daughter, Emily Langell (Paul), Son, Raymond Prada, (Jennifer), Daughter, Rosalie Baros (Ernie), Sister, Estella Romero, Brother, Jimmy Gallegos (Toni Ann), Brother, Jerry Gallegos, Sister, Tessie Montano, Brother, Mel “Rubel” Gallegos (Alice), Sister, Olivia Chavez (Salvador), Brother, John Gallegos, 22 Grandchildren, 21 Great Grandchildren, and 1 Great Great Granddaughter.
Conry “Connie” Prada was also known as La Mera Mera de Agua Fria. She enjoyed listening to KSWV Radio Station every day. She enjoyed dedicating songs to her family and many friends. She was the Seladora for the Agua Fria Sagrada Familia (Holy Family) that has been in the family for many years. The Holy Family traveled starting from San Ysidro Church making its way to different homes within the Village. She attended all events helping to keep traditions alive in the Agua Fria Village including: Las Posadas, El Dia de San Ysidro, and the Santa Fe River Blessing. She also participated in the Oral History interviews funded by the Northern Rio Grande National Heritage Area, so her spirit lives on.
Conry “Connie” was a homemaker. She loved making tortillas. She was blessed with 12 children, 6 boys and 6 girls, 22 grandchildren, 21 Great Grandchildren and 1 Great-Great Granddaughter. Conry “Connie” lived to see her 5th Generation; not many people have that opportunity to see 5 Generations. She was also blessed with many wonderful nieces, nephews, cousins, neighbors and friends.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the funeral mass and interment will be private, services will be held for Immediate Family.
Thank you.
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| Name | Conry "Connie" Prada |
| Date of Birth | November 26th, 1928 |
| Date of Death | November 28th, 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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Conry “Connie” Prada was also known as La Mera Mera de Agua Fria. She enjoyed listening to KSWV Radio Station every day. She enjoyed dedicating songs to her family and many friends. She was the Seladora for the Agua Fria Sagrada Familia (Holy Family) that has been in the family for many years. The Holy Family traveled starting from San Ysidro Church making its way to different homes within the Village. She attended all events helping to keep traditions alive in the Agua Fria Village including: Las Posadas, El Dia de San Ysidro, and the Santa Fe River Blessing. She also participated in the Oral History interviews funded by the Northern Rio Grande National Heritage Area, so her spirit lives on.
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My condolences to all of you during this time at the loss of your beloved mother, where she has gone on only to prepare a room for you all. I will surely miss seeing her out and about in the community, always telling me how David, Lillian, and the rest of you were doing. You are blessed with a wonderful mother. - Look forward to the day you see her again! You are in my heart and prayers.
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To the Prada & Gallegos Family,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. Connie was an incredible woman. Her love and faith spread far beyond Agua Fria Village. She was a true friend to our mom (Chata) and her support helped our family through many difficult times. She brought happiness to everyone around her. We are forever grateful that you shared your beautiful mom with us and so many.
Love,
Armida, Sylvia and Sally
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I used to give "La Mera Mera" a ride to our Union Protectiva Femenina meetings. Loved hearing the stories she shared about Agua Fria and of her husband and kids. I'll always remember Connie dressed to the "9s" and smiling - I don't think she ever met a stranger. With COVID the U.P. is not saying the Rosary for our Hermanas, but I do want to give Connie our send off: Descansa en Paz Hermana, Descansa en Paz Hermana, Descansa en Paz Hermana. xoxoxoxo
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Dearest Prada & Gallegos Family, our prayers are with the family during this difficult time of the loss of your beautiful Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt.
Connie was a special lady as all of Gallegos & Prada’s is to our family. May God embrace all of you with his Faith, Love and Kindness. Our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Annette Gonzales Baca, Justin Baca & Fabie Gonzales
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To All of Prima Connie’s Familia, Us, Rivera’s and we are many too, offer Our Love, Thoughts & Prayers during this dark difficult time, Prima Connie was an Angel here on earth, can we Imagine what Her Beautiful Beautiful Angel Wings She now has in Heaven, look like. Yes, this Angel has gone to Her Heavenly Home, yes we will miss Her, but just look at the Legacy this Angel has left us with. She always made you feel like you belonged to Her, and yes we did. Mel, Nena Thank You for Always Sharing Her with Us in our trying times. Descanse en Paz, Angel Connie, con mucho mucho amor Primos. Marty, Cindy, Adan, Juanita and the rest of the Riveras and Luceros, La Faimilia de sus Prima Eva J. Rivera. God Be with You Always and Forever!!!
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Prada and Gallegos family we are so deeply saddened to hear of your loss of the beautiful Conrey. She was such a wonderful lady. May God bless you with comfort as you remember her beautiful laughter and joy for life. May the many wonderful memories of the amazing fun times you shared help you to get through the difficult times. Sending our love and prayers.
Ramona Tapia Rael
Liz Tapia
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My condolences to the Prada family. Connie was such a joy to be around. Prayers to you and your family during this time time.
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What a wonderful lady. She lived a very full life and spread joy and faith to everyone. She also had a good sense of humor. She told me once that she had 12 kids in a row until the plumbing broke down. Blessings to the Prada family especially to Nena who was a special person in my life for over eight years.
Ron Hammond
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I had the pleasure and honor of meeting her. Feisty and if she took to you she loved you. I was blessed to be part of that. May she continue with her laughter and love for life. My condolences to all of her family
Nena always in my❤
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To the Prada/Gallegos family: My deepest condolences, I loved Connie. Never a dull
moment when she was around. I was so grateful to
have her in my life. She was a wonderful and beautiful lady. Love, Freda & Janelle
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Our deepest condolences to the Prada and Gallegos family. Coney was always so much fun to see and talk to. She was such a happy and loving person. We will truly miss her presence in our community. God bless you all and may she always remain with you in your hearts. Rest In Peace dear Connie.
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To the Prada family, Chrystal and I were very sorry to hear of your mom's passing. May she RIP and may God Bless the your family.
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So sorry to hear of the passing of Connie. I always told her she was my second Mama. She loved her jewelry and I made her so many pieces and also repaired anything that broke. I loaned her my fiesta dresses because she just loved to use them to go to her processions and festivities. I loved her dearly and will miss her. You were blessed to have such a beautiful mother. Hugs to all of you.
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Our Prada friends and family, Deepest condolences for your loss. I remember the times our parents and us shared many laughs and fun times. May god bless all of you and provide healing.
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Sending heartfelt sympathy to the Gallegos and Prada families for your sad loss of your beloved Connie. She glowed with life and love. I’ll always remember her and Tessie enjoying everything fiesta, and Connie’s close relationship with her mother, laughing and getting things done. She was a force.
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Sorry for your loss sending prayers to your family from the Trujillo family Martinez family
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Heartfelt condolences, love, and prayers from the Mike & Jana Gallegos family.
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Lucy and I want to express our deepest condolences. May she be rejoicing in the arms of God and singing with the angels.
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Nena and Ray and all the Prada family. Your mom was the dearest lady I ever met we last saw her at my uncle K.T funeral and she looked so beautiful everywhere you saw her she had a smile and a story to share may the Lord bless her and give you all peace that she is in heaven. She had a long blessed life. May the dear Lord bless all your family in this time. Just know you will see her again.
Your friend Michelle Lopez
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To the entire family: We are deeply saddened by Connie's passing. She was very special to us and we loved her dearly. I can't remember a time when she didn't make us feel like family, and when I was with Benny, she was always so warm and welcoming to both myself and my son. We will miss her more than words can describe. Sending you all love and prayers to help you through this difficult time.
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Our condolences to the entire family of Connie Prada. Ms. Prada was truly indeed, la mera, mera of Agua Fria. Sad to hear of Connie's passing and praying that God rests her soul in heaven.
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