Ricardo Padilla Jr. Obituary

We bid farewell to Ricardo Padilla Jr. of Las Cruces, New Mexico, born in Silver City, New Mexico, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on March 3, 2026 at the age of 68. Ricardo touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ricardo Padilla Jr. to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Ricardo "Dickie" Padilla and Isidra "Chila" Padilla; his brother-in-law John Trewern; and his nephew Eddie Montoya. He is survived by: his wife Maria "Avi" G. Padilla; his children, Anthony Padilla, Erico Padilla, Alyssa Padilla (Chris Edwards), David Rodriguez and Olivia Rodriguez; his grandchildren, Marcus Padilla (Sabrina), Elizabeth Herrera, Allison Herrera, Jayden Herrera, Jared Rodriguez and Isabella Rodriguez; his great grandchild Colton Padilla; and his siblings, Emilia Padilla, Stevan Padilla (Brenda), Evangeline Montoya (Mike), Sara Montoya, Rachel Gallosa (Hector) and Lisa Trewern.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to these school sports teams in honor of Ricardo Padilla, Jr. Cobre High School basketball in Bayard, NM & Rincon High School women's basketball in Tucson, AZ; please use the link below.