Benny (Benito) Carlos Romero

Benny (Benito) Carlos Romero of Santa Fe, N.M. passed away at the age of 76, on February 13, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Benny was born on October 1, 1948, in Leyba, N.M. and is preceded in death by his beloved parents, Faustin and Florentina (Flora) Romero. Beloved Father and Mother-in-law, Delfinio and Lucy Tapia. Brothers Faustin Jr. and Eloy Romero, Sister Mary Page (Romero), Brother-in-law Manuel Olivas and Sister-in-law Maria (Tina) Tapia Martinez. 

 Benny is survived by his loving wife, Vivian (Tapia) of 52 years, Daughters Anita Hernandez (Dennis Jr.) and Erika Quintana (Robert), Grandchildren Alexandra (DanielRay), Dennis III, Isabella, Shakirah, Brody, Bryson and Jelani Kingsbury, Brothers and Sisters Joe Romero (Sherrie), Tina Romero (Archie), Rose Tapia (Leroy), Gilbert Romero, Mike Romero (Margie), Donald Romero (Theresa), Donna Olivas, Joyce Varela (Dale), Nora Solano (Gerald) and Linda Romero-Dominguez, numerous nieces, nephews and godchildren.

 Benny served in the Army in Vietnam from 1969-1970 in the 25th Infantry Division as a 11B20 Light Weapons Infantryman. He retired from Santa Fe County after 25 years in 1995. Benny loved to be at home with his family, which was his safe and happy place. He was always willing to help anyone out in need and was very giving, especially when it came to his family. He used to love to take his daily walks, eat at Lotaburger, go grocery shopping and pay his bills only in person. His grandchildren brought him joy and laughter when they came to visit and not to mention, his siblings who were constantly making him laugh. He will be deeply missed but every moment spent with him will be cherished forever.

 We would like to thank all the Doctors, Nurses and staff at the Veterans Affairs, Compassus Hospice Care and Comfort Keepers In-Home Care for your loving and caring services provided during Benny’s time of illness. A Special Thank You, to Samantha Baca for your heartfelt and sincere love, support and care of our Husband, Father, Grandfather and Brother.

 Please join us as we take him to his final resting place. A public viewing will be held on March 10, 2025, at Rivera’s Funeral Home in Santa Fe, N.M. at 6:00 p.m., followed by a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held on March 11, 2025, at St. Anne’s Parish in Santa Fe, N.M. at 10:00 a.m. with a reception to follow immediately after mass at the St. Anne’s Parish Hall and Internment at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 1:30 p.m.