Esther Mary Gomez

Esther Mary Gomez, 83, of Greeley, CO passed away October 24, 2014. She was born March 2, 1931 in Tercio, CO to Isabel and Delores (Renner) Griego. She married Larry Gomez on Dec 9th 1946. First and foremost the love of her life were her children, then came her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She loved her Catholic faith. Esther enjoyed playing bingo and playing slot machines. She loved to dance, especially to Spanish music. Esther enjoyed playing cards with her family and cooking big meals for her family. She really enjoyed and looked forward to road trips to Las Vegas, New Mexico and Cripple Creek. Basically, she loved any event related to her family. Esther was excellent at crocheting and many of us have treasured examples of her work. My mother was a devoted home-maker and wonderful mother. She also worked 13 years at North Colorado Medical Center as a Nurse's Aid. Esther was the heart, soul and matriarch of the family. Esther is survived by her husband; Larry, her children; Tom (Mary Helen) Gomez, Dolores (Manuel) Gonzales, Jr., David (Virgie) Gomez, Steve (Beatrice) Gomez, Gloria (Benny) Duran, Lucille Ybarra, Frank Gomez, Teresa Gomez, and Marlene Garcia. She is preceded in death by her parents; son, Reuben Gomez and infant daughter Theresa Gomez. Visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, October 29, 2014 followed by Recitation of the Rosary at 7:00p.m. both at Adamson Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00a.m. Thursday, October 30, 2014 at St. Peter Catholic Church, 915 12th St. Interment will follow at Linn Grove Cemetery.