Andrea Ochoa

Andrea Adelina Ochoa, 88, died Tuesday, September 30, 2014 in Pagosa Springs, Colorado. A rosary will be held at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church on Sunday at 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, October 6, 2014 at 10:00 A.M. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, officiated by Father Don Malin. Burial will occur at Hilltop Cemetery in Pagosa Springs, immediately following services
Mrs. Ochoa was born September 9, 1926 in Arboles, Colorado, the daughter of Enriquez and Sarah Chavez. She grew up in Arboles, Colorado and was from a ranching family. She assisted with tasks on the ranch at an early age. The family moved to Pagosa Springs in the late 1940’s. Mrs. Ochoa was married at a young age to Jose Cristobel Valdez. He passed away February 27, 1962. She later married Tony Ochoa in September of 1962.
Andrea was very family oriented and put her family first in every decision. She kept her family unified. She was a hard and diligent worker. Many knew her from seeing her walk to work. She cleaned and cared for several hotels in Pagosa. She was loved and known by many in Pagosa. She also enjoyed traveling to the Casino for Bingo. She was a gifted seamstress and an excellent cook.
Mrs. Ochoa is survived by Emily (Shorty)Bell from Pagosa Springs CO
Lucille (Joe) Martinez from Bayfield CO, Sabina (Andy) Archuleta from Pagosa Springs CO, Gloria (Jerry) Bird from Tolar TX, Christina (Bernie) Lucero from Pagosa Springs CO, Chris (Suzanna) Valdez from Hobbs NM, Robert (Angie) Ochoa from Pagosa Springs CO Rick (Angela) Ochoa from Pagosa Springs, CO; 17 Grandchildren, 25 Great Grandchildren, 2 Great Great Grandchildren, and numerous Nieces and Nephews.
Mrs. Ochoa was preceded in death by daughters Eleanor Valdez, Lorraine Valdez and Toni Marie Ochoa; spouses Jose Christobel Valdez and Tony Ochoa; her parents Enrique and Sarah Chavez; 2 brothers and 4 sisters.