Angel Sierra Muñoz, 88, a resident of Silver City, NM

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: Category: Obituaries; Oct 23, 2026

MunozAngel1 Angel Sierra Muñoz, 88, a resident of Silver City, NM entered eternal rest Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at his residence surrounded by his family. He was born August 21938 in Silver City to Juan Muñoz and Luz Sierra.

Mr. Munoz enjoyed the outdoors, hunting and fishing. He loved sharing his stories with his friends and relatives. He was a hardcore Dallas Cowboy fan and most of all he enjoyed spending time with all his grandkids.

He is survived by three daughters, Carol Diaz of Silver City; Jeannette Valencia of Silver City; Elaine Rubio and husband Robert of Arenas Valley; nine grandchildren, Angelina Diaz (Robert), Avery Valencia (Wanda), Joshua Valencia (Felicia), Brandon Valencia (Arlena), Matthew Rubio, Cassandra Deloff (Mike), Adam Muñoz (Tina), Casey Muñoz, and Amanda Garcia; sixteen great grandchildren and five great great-grandchildren; one brother, Manuel Muñoz and wife Susie of Silver City; one sister, Mary Sias of Carlsbad, NM; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Anita Padilla Muñoz; his parents, one son, John Muñoz; three brothers, Genaro, Lencho, and Eddie Muñoz; one sister, Clorinda Padilla.

MunozAngel2 Visitation will be Wednesday, October 28th from 5-6pm at Terrazas Funeral Chapels with the holy rosary to commence at 6pm with Deacon Bill Holguin reciting. The funeral mass will be celebrated on Thursday, October 29th at 10am with Deacon Bill Holguin officiating. Concluding service interment will take place at St. Vincent cemetery with full military honors. Pallbearers are Avery Valencia, Joshua Valencia, Brandon Valencia, Adam Muñoz, Matthew Rubio, and Robert Leyba.

Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels "Trusted care for the ones you love" ~ 575-537-0777. To send condolences, visit www.terrazasfuneralchapel.com.

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Angel Sierra Muñoz, 88, a resident of Silver City, NM

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