Simon M. Padilla, age 73, passed away at home on April 29, 2015, after a lengthy illness.
He was born in Walsenburg, CO, on September 10, 1941 to Mary (Santillanes) and Raymond Padilla.
He was employed as a law officer in Trinidad for several years.
Simon was active in coaching Trinidad Little League sports which included t-ball, basketball and flag football.
He was an avid outdoorsman and liked to hunt and fish.
Simon’s family was his first priority.
He will truly be missed.
Preceding him in death are parents, Mary and Raymond Padilla , in laws, Myrl and Jack Barrier, sister in law, Virginia Barrier and brother in law, Jim Barrier.
Survivors are wife Zoe Ann Padilla, home address children, Antionette (Harley) Davidson, Trinidad, Chauncey (Dana) Padilla, AZ, Joseph Padilla, Trinidad, grandchildren, Austin, Paul Simon, Epifanio, Pierce, Anjelica, Erica and Gabriel, great grandchildren, Anjelica, Braydon, Elijah, Delilah, and Austin Jr., brother Ernie (Robin) Padilla, CA., sister Mary Aragon, Denver, numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Graveside services will be held Friday, May 8, 2015 at 2PM at the Trinidad Catholic Cemetery with Mr. Harley Davidson officiating.
Active pallbearers are Michael Velasquez, Austin Welch, Ronnie Gettler, Julian Gettler, David Padilla and Timo Vega.
Arrangements mad under the direction of the Comi Funeral Home.
