Susie Padilla Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Susie Padilla in Tularosa, New Mexico, who passed away on January 23, 2026, at the age of 93, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Susie Padilla or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Sisto Garcia and Teresa Garcia; her husband Bennie Chavez Padilla; and her siblings, Henry, Sisto Jr., Joe, Pete, Angel, Addie Salazar and Lala Gutierrez.

She is survived by: her son Joe Padilla (Yvonne, family: Gloria Padilla, Diane Gardner, Virginia "Jean" Zagar); her grandchildren, Sherrie Padilla (Pablo), Brandon Padilla (Raquel), Ryan Gardner, Colton Gardner and Blair Wright (Eric); her daughter Stephanie Zagar (Blaine); her great grandchildren, Kassandra Morin, Garrick Morin Jr. of Utah, Antonio Padilla, Baylee Gardner, Alana Gomez and Eleanor Gardner; and her great great grandchildren, Dominique Morales, Abri'Anna Morales, K'lee Anna Morin and Isaiah Morin. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.