Polly Carolina Valdez
, age 90, was born April 10, 1935, in St. Johns, and peacefully passed away Dec. 16, 2025. The beloved daughter of
Tom Garcia
and
Ester Chavez-Gallegos
. Polly was preceded in death by her parents; her sister,
Frances Cornado-Moyta
; her spouse,
Eloy E. Valdez
; and her children,
Anita Gurule
,
Ronaldo Gurule
,
Eva Chandler
and
Antonio Valdez
. She is survived by her loving sister,
Lila Barela;
and her children,
Frances McDonald
,
Robert Gilchrist
,
John Gilchrist
,
Jose Valdez
and
Cristobal Valdez
. She also leaves behind
16 grandchildren
,
23 great-grandchildren
and
one great-great-grandchild.
Polly was a simple, happy and content woman with a deeply spiritual heart. She loved God and lived her life guided by faith. She had a true green thumb and found great joy tending her garden. She loved to cook, enjoyed fishing and cherished having her family gathered around her table. Her family meant everything to her, and her home was always filled with love, warmth and welcome. Polly will be lovingly remembered for her gentle spirit, unwavering faith, and deep devotion to her family. Her legacy of love will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
