Lily (Vigil) Lujan died on Monday, January 31, 2022, at 5:58 am, MST.
Lily was born December 11, 1927, in Weston, Colorado to Rebecca (Saiz) and Kelly Vigil. She attended Trinidad Public Schools and demonstrated a strong work ethic and dedication to Public Service. She worked in the central supply unit at Mt. San Raphael Hospital. After her tenure at the hospital, Lily continued her work in health care as a CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant, at the Trinidad State Nursing Home where she later retired.
For the past four years, Lily lived in Wheat Ridge to be closer to the family following the death of her beloved husband, Manuel Lujan.
Those who knew Lily will remember her generous spirit, quick wit, and sense of humor. Many will remember her as a loyal friend and neighbor, the type of woman who dedicated herself to family yet shared her generous, loving spirit with all.
Lily is survived by four children, Stella Hawthorne (Bill), Priscilla Lujan, Marcella Herbert (Gary), and Mario Lujan (Susann), as well as 5 grandchildren, Kelly Smith (Matt), Marya Vallejos, Hilary Hawthorne (Bob), Hanna Lett (Sean), and Matthew Lujan. In addition, four great-grandchildren, Cameron, Margaret, Evelyn, and Christian; along with numerous nieces and nephews. She has 2 living sisters – Josephine Szewczyk (Henry) in NM,, and Patricia Vigil in Denver. Deceased brothers/sisters include Sam Vigil, Leroy Vigil, Sadie Martinez, Beatrice Martinez, and Mary Ann Placentia.
Services will be held on Friday April 22, 2022, at Holy Trinity Church with Rosary at 12:30 pm followed by the Funeral Mass at 1:00 pm. Inurnment will follow at the Trinidad Catholic Cemetery.
Arrangements made under the direction of Comi Funeral Home.
