Teresa “Tessie” Galvez, age 89 and a lifelong resident of Ojo Caliente, New Mexico, was called home to be with our Lord on Tuesday, December 5, 2023. Tessie was born on Sunday, December 2, 1934, in Santa Fe, New Mexico to Magdalena Rivera and Rafael Vargas. She was raised by her aunt and uncle, Veronis and Antonio Rivera. Tessie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, godmother, and friend.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Rafael Vargas and Magdalena Otero, and Veronis and Antonio Rivera; her parents-in-law, María and Francisco Galvez; husband of 54 years, Donald Galvez; daughter, Yolanda Galvez; and granddaughter, Maggie Galvez; sister, Alice Varela; nephew, Robert Gurule; sisters-in-law, Griselda Chavez and Amelia Galvez; brothers-in-law, Daniel Martinez, Hipolito Chavez. Joe Martinez, and Amadeo Galvez; and best friends Priscilla Gutierrez and Celina Gallegos.
Tessie is survived by her daughters, Bernadette Galvez and Melissa Valdez (Alex); her son, Matthew Galvez (Mark); granddaughter, Mariah Galvez; sisters-in-law, Cristela Martinez, Gilia Martinez, and Elizaida Galvez; brother-in-law, Guadalupe Galvez; and numerous nephews, nieces, and friends.
Tessie will always be remembered for her faith, her love for her family, and her willingness to help her friends. She was a devout Catholic and member of the Holy Family and the Guadalupanas. She enjoyed watching Lobo basketball and listening to the Trojans’ games.
Rosary will be recited Friday December 15, 2023 at 10:15AM at St Mary's Catholic Church in Ojo Caliente with Funeral Mass to follow at 11AM. Interment will be Monday December 18, 2023 at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11AM.
Serving the family as pallbearers are Lee Baca, Gary Martinez, Ramon Varela, Christopher Elebario, Cornelio Lopez, Jr., and Albino Archuleta.
Serving as honorary pallbearers are Lawrence Gurule, Urban Gutierrez, Alex Valdez, Paul Archuleta, Vernon Jaramillo, Guadalupe Galvez, nieces, nephews, and godchildren.
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| Name | Teresa "Tessie" Galvez |
| Date of Birth | December 2nd, 1934 |
| Date of Death | December 5th, 2023 |
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| Funeral Home | Rivera Family Funeral Home - Española | |
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305 Calle Salazar Española NM 87532 United States |
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My Deepest condolences to the Galvez family. May Ms Tessie Rest in Peace
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We are so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
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Our condolences to the family. I was very sad to hear of your mamacita's passing. Tessie was a wonderful person and friend. She will be greatly missed! Love you Tess! Go with the Angels and Rest in Eternal Peace!
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So sorry for you loss God be with you all. She was a great person loving and kind!
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May the good Lord be with you in your time of sorrow. You and your family are in our prayers Bernadette. Your neighbors, Antonio and Rebecca
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Our condolences to Tessie Galvez' family! We will forever cherish the memories. She was a great, wonderful and very important friend and co-worker. May she rest in peace! Prayers for the family!
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Tessie was a blessing to us all. I don't think there was a single person on the staff of Mesa Vista who was not helped by this amazing woman.
She will be missed
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Bernadette, Matthew, Melissa and Mariah our most deep and heartfelt condolences on Tessies passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May Tessie RIP Pres and Dee Archuleta
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Our sincere condolences to the Galvez family. May Tessie rest in eternal peace and may our dear Lord comfort you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Our condolences Berna,Mellisa,Matthew and Mariahwe were so sad to hear about our good friend Tessie passing away May she Rest In Paradise l have many memories of Tessie. We Love you and will be missed
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Our condolences to the Galvez family. Jessie was a great family friend and Godmother to JR. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May Tessie rest in eternal peace.
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Bernadette Melissa,Matthew and Mariah our condolences to you all we were so sad to hear of Tessie passing away she was a wonderful friend I have lots of memories of Tessie. Fly high with the Angels my beautiful friend Rest In Paradise.we Love you Felix and Patria Lopez
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Our sincere condolences to Bernadette, Melissa and the rest of the family. May God Bless you and comfort you during this difficult time. Rest in Peace Mrs. Tessie.
Christopher, Bridget, Gabriella, Carmella & LeAndra Archuleta
Christopher, Bridget, Gabriella, Carmella & LeAndra Archuleta
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My Thoughts and prayers are with the Galvez Family.
Victor Jaramillo
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