Betty (Griffeth) Antonucci, age 86, of Raton, NM passed away peacefully on December 29, 2025 with the comfort of her family by her side.<\/p>\n
Betty was born on August 14, 1939, in Raton, New Mexico. \u00a0She grew up in Pueblo, Colorado and graduated from Central High School. \u00a0She was married to her beloved husband Frank for 64 years and they enjoyed a lifetime of adventures. \u00a0She also enjoyed playing bridge with her friends and the many hours she spent searching for arrowheads with her dear Uncle Chris Cunico. \u00a0She was an exceptional baker, sewer, quilter, counted cross stitcher and pasta maker. \u00a0She was especially proud of an article published in the Santa Fe New Mexican featuring her famous Potica bread recipe which she enjoyed sharing with family and friends during the holidays. \u00a0 Betty was a member of the Holy Trinity Catholic Church, St. Patrick – St. Joseph\u2019s Catholic Church, and proud member of the MCMC Hospital Auxiliary.<\/p>\n
Betty was preceded in death by her husband Frank Antonucci, her parents James Vergil Griffeth, Enos Griffeth Dell and step father Tony Dell; her brothers Billy and James Griffeth and sister Laura Burr.<\/p>\n
She is survived by her son Alan Antonucci and wife Michael Anne of Raton, NM; sister Barbara Peitz and husband Ron of Pueblo, Colorado. \u00a0She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and special friends. \u00a0Betty will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to Robin Pilley and Caitlin Romero with Anvoi and the BeeHive staff for their quality care and compassion.<\/p>\n
Recitation of the most holy Rosary will be on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Patrick – St. Joseph\u2019s Catholic Church followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 a.m. with Father Bill Woytavich as the Celebrant. \u00a0Inurnment to follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. \u00a0A reception will be held at the Raton Convention Center (downstairs) following the services. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the MCMC Hospital Auxiliary.<\/p>\n
Arrangements are under the direction of Alderette Pomeroy Funeral Home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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