Samuel Rafael Blanco Portillo Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Samuel Rafael Blanco Portillo of Lovington, New Mexico. Samuel, born on October 24, 1955, passed away on August 9, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Samuel Rafael Blanco Portillo to pay them a last tribute.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Samuel for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Samuel’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Samuel Blanco and Luz Portillo Blanco (Portillo); and his brother Michael Saenz, Jr.. He is survived by: his wife Marianita Blanco; and his children, JoAnn Franco (Efren), Robert Saenz, Samuel Blanco, Jr. (Jenete) and Isaac Blanco (Raigan). He is also survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brothers, and sisters.
