Mary Louise Rodarte

September 30, 1930 - January 18, 2021

Mary Louise Rodarte - September 30, 1930 ~ January 18, 2021 A life filled with love for God, the Blessed Mother and her Family describes the life of Mary. Born to Cecilio Rodarte of Zacatecas, Mexico and Lucy Serna of Trinidad, Colorado, Mary was the 14th of 16 children and the final surviving child of Cecilio and Lucy Rodarte. Mary was born in Gill, Colorado on September 30, 1930 and passed away on Monday, January 18, 2021 surrounded by family and friends. Many stories and special memories were shared during her final days as her family honored and celebrated the wonderful and blessed life of Mary. Mary was a kind, loving, caring and compassionate woman who would do anything for anyone in need. She was deeply loved and respected by so many. As a single mother, she dedicated her life to her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. She was a proud Colorado native and a committed fan of the Denver Broncos. She loved to watch all sports but the Broncos held a special place in her heart. Spending time with her family brought her great joy and her family cherished every moment shared with their Queen. Mary is preceded in death by her parents Cecilio and Lucy Rodarte, her brothers Louis, Paul, Abel, Rudy, Joe, Cecil and Robert; her sisters Louise, Eleanor and Theresa; her daughter Tammy and her grandson Tommy. Her love, compassion and strength live on in her surviving children: Nancy Garcia (Gregg); Onesimo Garcia (Norma); Theresa Garcia (Norman); Patti Duncan (J.R.); Annette Martinez (Mike); Jimmy Garcia; her 16 Grandchildren; 37 Great Grandchildren, 16 Great-Great Grandchildren and three more on the way! A Rosary for Mary will be held at Romero’s Family Funeral Home (1805 S. Sheridan Blvd, Lakewood) Thursday, January 28, 2021 at 6:00pm (Viewing from 5:00 - 8:00pm). Mary proudly stated that she was Baptized, made her First Communion, Confirmed, Married and wanted her Funeral to be held at Sacred Heart Church. Her request will be honored with her funeral service to be held at Sacred Heart Church (2760 Larimer Street Denver) Friday, January 29, 2021 at 1:30pm (Viewing at 12:30pm).