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Emily Saavedra

February 5, 1930 — January 11, 2025

Emily M. Saavedra

On January 11th 2025, at the age of 94, our beloved Emily Saavedra passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home. She was a lifelong resident of Albuquerque NM. Emily was preceded in death by her parents and siblings, her children Shane Cassidy, Julia Ortega and Bobby Saavedra. She is survived by her son Filimon Muniz and wife Linda, daughter Mary Agnes Randell and husband Steve, daughter Adella Maldonado and husband Sonny Nieto, daughter Celina Muniz and daughter in law Lupe Saavedra. She is also survived by her sisters Yolanda and Diana, many grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, nephews, nieces, godchildren and extended family members.

Emily devoted her life to caring for her family, sharing her home to anyone in need, feeding anyone that was hungry and loving all that entered her life. She loved to read, cook, watch her novellas and westerns, and prayed every day.

Emily's life will be celebrated on Wednesday January 22nd, 2025 at San Jose Mission Catholic Church (2110 Los Luceros Rd NW in Albuquerque NM) starting with a rosary at 10:30 a.m., mass to be held immediately after the rosary. Following the service, she will be laid to rest at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will include Damon Ruiz, Gabriel Muniz, Aldryn Ruiz-Randell, Anthony Salazar, Joey LaCour, Nestor Muniz, Chris Sanchez and Brady Brock.

A potluck reception will be held at the San Jose Mission Catholic Church Hall (2110 Los Luceros RD NW) following the burial service. Family is encouraged to bring a dish and help us celebrate Emily’s life. 

To send flowers to the family in memory of Emily Saavedra, please visit our flower store.

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