Edwina Gutierrez, 90, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away January 19, 2015.
Edwina was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on December 30, 1924 to parents Juan & Louisa Espinosa.
Edwina was a loving and diligent homemaker, instrumental partner to her husband in establishing their church, El Sendero de la Cruz and was co-owner of "El Burrito" which launched the legacy family business in 1953.
Edwina was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Frank D Gutierrez April 16, 2001; her son David E Gutierrez January 8, 2012; daughters Rose Ann E Gutierrez April 7, 1994 and Margaret E Gutierrez February 5, 1949.
She is survived by her son Frank E Gutierrez of Albuquerque, NM, daughters Sylvia E Gutierrez of Albuquerque, NM and Louisa E Gutierrez of Denver, CO; 15 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and one on the way; her siblings and their spouses including Richard & Sixta Espinosa; Fela & Joe Perez, Cecilia & Benny Perez, Delia & Carlos Sisneros and Mary Ann & Roy Avila and many life long friends.
Edwina's Life Celebration will begin with a Service on Thursday, January 29, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. at Salazar Mortuary. A reception to follow.