Born January 21, 1931, in Santa Rosa, NM, left this earth peacefully and went home to be with her Lord and Maker on May 9, 2013. She was preceded in death by her parents Pablo and Piedad Mares and her brother Paul. She is survived by daughters Kristine Baca and Toni Gama; and son Nestor Gonzales and wife Judy. She was also blessed with eleven grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren. A Celebration of her life will be held Wednesday, May 15 at Sagebrush Community Church, 6440 Coors NW, at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary cemetery. Viewing and Rosary will be held at FRENCH - Lomas Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.