Adelaida Anaya De Ortega

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beautiful and strong mother, grandmother,

and great-grandmother, Adelaida Anaya De Ortega, on March 25th, 2026. Her brave and courageous

spirit, along with her contagious laughter, will forever live in the hearts of those she loved and cared for.

After a long and full life, she is now reunited with her loving parents, whom she longed to be with in her

final years.

Adelaida was born on June 1st, 1944, in Palomas, Chihuahua, Mexico. Alongside her father and

younger siblings, she came to the United States in search of a better future. She became a U.S. citizen

in 1956. At a young age, she made the selfless decision to sacrifice her own opportunity for education

to help her father raise her siblings, ensuring they could pursue their schooling. She will always be

remembered for her sacrificial and giving spirit.

She was preceded in death by her former husband, Enrique C. Ortega; her loving parents, Manuel and

Manuela Anaya; her beloved children, Manuel Ortega, Irene Ortega, and Frances Trujillo; her brothers,

Raul, Juan, and Albino Anaya; and her sisters, Eleonor and Rosario Anaya.

She is survived by her daughter, Maria Ortega (Mike), and her son, Joel Ortega (Olga); her

grandchildren, Danielle (Esteven), Angelica (Kenneth), Dejya (Juan Carlos), Pablo Sandoval, Annikah

(David), and Lawrence (Candice); her son-in-law, Jose Trujillo; and her great-grandchildren, Serenity,

Trinity Trujillo, Eluzio, Glory, David, and Noah Vigil, and Dayton and Kenlee Pacheco. She is also

survived by her siblings, Vacilio (Marcila), Louis (Lorina), Paul (Peggy), Cipriano Anaya, Carmen

(Fred), Dominga (Martin), Gloria (Jimmy), and Nellie (Andy).

Our beloved mother and grandmother had the heart of a fighter. From a young age, she worked

tirelessly to create a better life for those she loved. She showed us the true meaning of sacrificial love.

After helping raise her siblings, she went on to raise her own children and later became a licensed

caregiver from 1996 to 2020, caring for and helping raise her grandchildren. She loved them deeply

and was always ready to do whatever was needed for her family. Her life's purpose was centered on

caring, serving, and nurturing those around her.

Adelaida loved attending Our Lady of Sorrows Church, where she grew in her faith and love for Jesus.

She later joined Juan Ortega y El Coro Santo Niño from 2008 to 2015. She enjoyed singing, dancing,

traveling, and most of all, laughing and sharing joy with others. She will be deeply missed and forever

remembered for her unconditional love, strength, and sacrifices.

Though our hearts are grieving, we will cherish her memory and honor the legacy she leaves behind,

knowing she is finally reunited with her loved ones.

Rosary will be recited on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 9:00am funeral mass will follow both services will be held at Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Las Vegas, NM. Interment will follow at Mt, Calvary cemetery with the following serving as Pallbearers: Joel Ortega, Paul Anaya, Pablo Sandoval, Juan Carlos Saiz, Estevan Vigil, and Kenneth Pacheco.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at ANVOI for their compassionate care and support, especially Jackline, Tracy, and Amanda. We also wish to sincerely thank Direct Health Care personnel, Deja Sandoval and Maria Ortega, for their dedicated care and kindness.

Arrangements are entrusted to and under the care of Rogers Mortuary, 600 Reynolds Avenue, Las Vegas, NM 87701. 505-425-3511.

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