Priscilla M. Saavedra

Saavedra, Priscilla M.
Age 84, passed away Monday, April 13, 2015 at her home in Socorro with her family at her side. She was born in Socorro, NM on April 28, 1930, to Juan and Teresita Trujillo Gonzales. Priscilla was a lifelong resident of Socorro and was the middle child of her three brothers and six sisters. She was an avid hunter and enjoyed fishing. She loved playing fast pitch softball and was the pitcher for the Diamond Lils. Priscilla had quite a collection of trophies that she received during her softball career. She was known to have broken the hand of a catcher or two with her arm speed. Priscilla worked in healthcare for most of her life. She began working at the old hospital in Socorro until it closed and then continued working after the new Socorro General Hospital was built. Priscilla was very devoted to her family and strong in her faith. She made sure that anyone who came to visit her never left hungry. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her and loved her.  She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Eustaquio Saavedra; her parents; brothers, Johnny Trujillo Gonzales, Frank Gonzales, and  Max Gonzales; sisters, Maria "Concha" Gianera, Irene Garcia, Ramona Trujillo, Gertrude Long, and Josie Torres.  Priscilla is survived by sons, Joe Daniel Saavedra, Edward Leroy Saavedra and wife, Patty; sister, Linda Griego, grandchildren, Zach Saavedra, and Amaiah Saavedra . A Rosary will be recited on Saturday, April 18, 2015 at 10:00 am at the San Miguel Catholic Church, 403 El Camino Real, Socorro with the Mass of Resurrection to be celebrated at 10:30 am. Father Andrew Pavlak presiding.  Burial will take place at the San Miguel Catholic Cemetery  following the service.  Pallbearers will be Zach Saavedra, Amaiah Saavedra, Salo Montano, William Griego, Bruce Harrison, Wade Tyler.  Honorary pallbearers are Linda Griego, Pam Griego, Yolanda Gomez. A reception will be held immediately following the burial at the DAV, 200 5th N., Socorro. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to the San Miguel Parish, 403 El Camino Real, Socorro, NM 87801. Priscilla's care has been entrusted to  
Daniels Family Funeral Services
309 Garfield St
Socorro, NM 87801
575-835-1530