It is with the heaviest of hearts that the family of Juanita Caldwell announces her passing into the Loving Arms of God in Heaven Above while being held and comforted in the arms of her family. Beautiful, Precious, Loving, and Beloved Juanita passed away on June 30, 2020, in Albuquerque, New Mexico were caring and competent medical professionals worked tirelessly to assist her during her most difficult of days.
Loving Juanita was preceded in death by her mother, Anna M. Ortiz, and her brother, Ramon Ortiz.
Juanita is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Fred C. Caldwell. Also surviving her are her four children, Tom and wife Christy, Mark and wife Lee Ann, Devonna and husband Ernie, as well as Berlin and wife Sonya. Also, surviving Juanita are her sisters: Angie Sanchez, Marcella Denice, and Lucy Maez.
Juanita is also survived by her Grandchildren: Brad Caldwell and wife Leann, Nick Caldwell and wife Marlanda, Jessica Jones and husband Dustin, Samantha Trehern and husband William, Samantha Rae Brenneman and husband Aaron, as well as Chase, Shayden, Ryan, Austin, and Isaac Caldwell and Juanito Garcia, Dillan and Kevin McCracken.
In addition, she is survived by three beautiful Great Granddaughters: Nova Jones and Kayley and Jaide Caldwell.
There are many additional relatives and friends who join in grieving Juanita’s passing.
Juanita was born on August 18, 1941, in the rural area of French Tract, near Springer, New Mexico. Throughout her life, she was many things, to many people. Above all, she was a very humble human being with a heart that will remain unmatched. She dedicated her entire being too caring for her family and as she said often, “My family is the Wind Beneath My Wings.” There could not have been a better partner, companion, and wife, nor could her children have ever had any better Mother. She was the glue that held the family together, was most giving, and never asked for anything for herself. She also held each accountable in all ways loving, ethical, and moral. Even though her physical self is no longer with us, she will remain in our lives and hearts for eternity.
The family wishes to thank the many healthcare professionals who assisted her, including those at Miner’s Colfax Medical Center in Raton, N.M., Raton E.M.T.’s, LifeFlight Air personnel, Lovelace Hospital I.C.U. and Long-Term Acute Care Kindred Hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Arrangements are being handled/coordinated by French Mortuary in Albuquerque, N.M., located at 9300 Golf Course Rd., N.W., Albuquerque, N.M. 87114. Thank you to French Mortuary President and C.E.O., Mr. Tom Antram, and Mr. Glenn Zachry, Managing Director.
Services consist of a graveside service to be held in Springer, N.M. at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, July 3, 2020. There will be no public viewing or reception. Given the fact Juanita donated to many Charities throughout her beautiful and giving life, please feel free to donate to the charity of your choice in her name.
Even though it is a time of comfort and expression of grief/celebration, the family must ask that MASKS are worn and SOCIAL DISTANCING is practiced to protect ALL. Thank you.
