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Obituary for Romero


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Tuesday November 16, 1999

Regina T. (Callahan) Romero, 77, beloved and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister, was called home to be with the Lord, Saturday, November 13, 1999, while surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved daughter of the late Cornelio and Genevieve Callahan. Regina had an unconditional love for each and every member of her family, though we deeply mourn her passing, we rejoice in the knowledge that she is with the Lord and we will all be together again some day. Mrs. Romero was preceded in death by a brother, Fred Callahan; daughter-in-law, Vangie Romero and brother-in-law, Milton Roybal. She is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Paul M. Romero; her daughters, Betty Ann Romero of Albuquerque, Connie Gallien and husband, Will of Stockton, CA; her sons, Paul A. Romero and wife, Mary Lou and Robert A. Romero of Albuquerque; 12 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two sisters, Lillian Roybal, Mabel Padilla and husband, Mike; two brothers, Richard Callahan and wife, Bernadette, Lawrence Callahan and wife, Lola of Albuquerque; sister-in-law, Priscilla Callahan; numerous nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. Visitations will be today, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary, located on the corner of 8th and Iron, where a Rosary will be recited this evening at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at St. Therese Catholic Church, 3424 4th St. NW. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Peter Rodriguez, Robert Jon Romero, Chris Brann, Tony Hernandez, Matthew Neidigk and Tim Torres. Honorary bearers will be Patrick Lopez and Andrew Gomez. For floral assistance, please call 243-5222. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW.