Ignacia “Nancy” Lucero – August 27, 1933 – November 1, 2026

Mass of Christian Burial for Nancy Lucero will be held at 10:00 a.m. and Rosary at 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Las Animas, Colorado.  Interment will follow at Bent County-Las Animas Cemetery. 

Ignacia “Nancy” Lucero was born on August 27, 1933, in San Ysidro, New Mexico, to Lorenzo Aragon and Antonia (Gonzales) Aragon. She passed away on November 1, 2026 in Junction City, Kansas at the age of 93.  

Nancy enjoyed many hobbies and simple pleasures throughout her life. She loved sewing, knitting, gardening, working on puzzles and crossword puzzles, cooking, and baking. She also enjoyed reading her Bible, which was a meaningful part of her life. Whether working on a project, preparing something in the kitchen, or simply visiting with family, Nancy found joy in the everyday moments. Throughout her life, Nancy valued family above all else and found her greatest happiness in the time she spent with those she loved.

Nancy leaves behind a beautiful legacy of family, love, and cherished memories. Her life was enriched by the many generations of family who surrounded her, and her love will continue to live on through each of them.

Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, Lorenzo and Antonia Aragon; her husband, Enrique “Henry” Lucero; her twin daughters, Eleanor and Nancy Lucero; three sisters, Eleanor, Deliah, and Stella; and two brothers, Ben and Narciso.

She is survived by her children, Atanacio “Joe” Lucero, Matthew Lucero, and Barbara Aragon; nine grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; 18 great-great-grandchildren; her sister, Patsy Looney; her brother, Nick Aragon; along with numerous extended family members and friends.

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