Pauline Lovato

Pauline Jeanette Lovato, 61, left this life on the morning of August 27, 2024. She was guided into heaven by her daughter Jeanette. Pauline was known for her warm heart, generous spirit, unwavering dedication, and unconditional love for her family. 

Pauline was preceded in death by her beautiful daughter Jeanette Rae Lovato, grandson John Paul Martinez II, maternal grandparents Epimenio and Margarita Medina, paternal grandparents Abelino and Amalia Martinez, In-laws Juan and Kate Lovato, brother-in-law Robert Lovato and special niece Reina Renee Martinez.

One of Pauline’s greatest joys was seeing her children and grandchildren happy. It warmed her heart to see the smiles on their faces, especially when she made their favorite foods. Each one had a favorite dish and of course Pauline made it with love, which made it extra special. She also enjoyed baking and canning her famous apricot jelly which her family and friends especially adored. Our sweet Pauline was nothing but pure goodness. She epitomized the meaning of unconditional love, respect, and kindness. What mattered most to her in the world was that her husband, children, grandchildren, and her parents were happy, healthy, and safe. She put everyone above herself, and nothing was a burden to her. Pauline’s family was the center of her world and heart, and she will be deeply missed.

Pauline is survived by her husband, of 44 years, Tomas (Tony) Lovato, daughters, Sonya Lovato, Gloria Lovato and companion Carlos Gallegos. Her grandsons, Anthony and Juanito Martinez, whom she raised as her own, Domian Gallegos, and granddaughters AnnaLyiah and RayAnna Martinez, her parents Joe A. and Priscilla Martinez, brother Ray Martinez and wife Gina, sister Monica Archuleta and husband Isaac, brother Frank Martinez and wife Bridgette, sister-in-law Jane Quintana and her Yorkie Mikie. Pauline had many nieces and nephews that all adored her and will miss their Tia greatly.

Rosary will be on Monday, September 2, 2024, at 6:00 pm at the Rivera Family Funeral Home in Espanola, NM. Mass will be on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at 11:00 am at St. Annes Catholic Church in Alcalde, NM. Interment will follow at La Villita Cemetery in Alcalde, NM. 

Pallbearers: Carlos Gallegos, Frank Martinez, Anthony Martinez, Juanito Martinez, Domian Gallegos, and Chris Lopez.

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