Jerry "Chango" Jose Romero

First Sargent Jerry J Romero

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, brother, and son, First Sergeant Jerry Romero. A proud member of the United States Army, Jerry lived a life rooted in service, strength, and unwavering devotion to his family. Jerry portrayed the priest with the Cuadrilla within Santa Fe Fiesta Council in 1977, he was a proud and honorable board member of the Santa Fe Cabarellos and serviced as an officer for a few years to follow. 

As a husband, he was loyal and steadfast, a partner who stood strong through life’s ups and downs. As a brother and son, he was caring and dependable. And as a father, he was our protector, our teacher, and our example of what it means to show up for the people you love.
Jerry was a proud member of the U.S. Army active federal service for 34 years. In the time he was a Team Leader, Maintence mechanic Supervisor, Lt, Wheel Mechanic. His education within the military are as follows; DS,GS M561 MAINT, 1 WK, 90/TIRE INSP, 1 WK, 89/1SG, 1 WK, 8310/SNCOC, 1 WK, 8203/LDR & MGT DEV, 1 WK, 7810/M911 HET, 2 WK, 7803/EED, 1 WK, 7610/TAMMS, 2 WK, 74/MSTR MECH, 8WK, 7105/AUTO REP, 14 WK, 9004/CONY #18.

Receiving his metals and awards such as; ARMY-SRV-RBN/NTL-DEF-SVC-MDL//MSM//AAM/AR COMP-ACHVMNT-MDL-4/ARMED-FCS-RES-MDL-2/ARCM/NM-LONG-SVC-MDL-25YR/NM-GCMDL-5/NM ACAD-SVC-RBN/NM-OUT-SVC-MDL-2/NM-PERF-ATND-RBN-6/

He is preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Cordelia Romero. Also, his brothers Robert, Richard and Felix Romero. Jerry is survived by his loving wife Kathy Romero of 37 years and his children Larry Martinez, Theresa (Juanita) , Jessica (Kasey), and Michael (Jerald). As well as his grandchildren Ashley Rae, Nick, Jellyica, Jayla, Pablo and Gordo. Numerous nieces and nephews whom he loved very much. Who will continue to carry on his legacy of love, resilience and family. 

Jerry’s legacy is not only in his service to his country, but in the love, laughter, and strength he gave to his family. Though he is no longer with us, his voice, his lessons, and his spirit will live on in each of us.

He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith”
-2 Timothy 4:7

Pallbearers;  Paul Rodriguez and Kayla Cordova

Honorable Pallbearers to follow; Ashley Rae Martinez, Nick Delgado, Jellyica Delgado, Gordo Ramirez, Jayla Ramirez and Pablo Ramirez