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Obituary for PORTILLOS


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Friday December 20, 2013

PORTILLOS, GLORIA MAXINE September 5, 1941 - December 12, 2013 age 72, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, & sister, passed away at home on December 12, 2013 with her family at her side. Gloria was born the third of six children on September 5, 1941 in Springer, NM and was raised in Ocate, NM by her beloved grandparents Beatrice and Condrado Rivera. Gloria is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 50 years Gilbert Portillos; their two children, Anthony Portillos, Matthew Portillos and his wife Stephanie along with their two children Matalena and Moises Portillos. Gloria was preceded in death by her father Ruben L. Vigil, and her mother Rosalie Schultz. She retired after 27 years with the New Mexico Board of Nursing. Gloria will always be known for her love of dancing, crocheting, traveling, cooking and baking. Gloria enjoyed passing the time reading, playing word games, and was an avid fan of all sports except golf. Gloria enjoyed making people laugh and always had a witty response. Gloria's one rule was to make sure no one left her home hungry. Gloria loved her family and showed it everyday. Gloria was a wonderful role model and will be missed daily. Services will be held Friday the 20th of December, 2013. Rosary at 8:00am followed by Mass at 9:00am at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary on 4th and Alameda. Interment at Sunset Memorial following Mass.