Nicolas "Nick" Sedillo

Nick Sedillo, Sr., 88, passed away peacefully at his home in Estancia, NM on Thursday, November 30, 2023, with his daughter by his side. Nick was a quiet and humble man, you could say a man of few words, and yet the life he lived spoke volumes. He showed profound love and devotion to his family, especially his wife Rita. He loved going to church with her, and of course having lunch at their favorite spots. Nick always ordered the same thing, huevos-rancheros, no matter the time of day. When he lost his best friend (Rita) almost 3 years ago, his devotion continued as he visited her gravesite every day come rain or shine. Nick was a loving and dedicated Grandfather. He enjoyed taking his grandkids to and from school daily. Nick never missed a sporting event of his grandkids. He was always there to help them. He loved building, fixing, and restoring cars only to make sure that each grandchild received one. He enjoyed playing his guitar, reading, and teaching this family traits like kindness and generosity, not with words but with actions. The community will remember Nick for his devotion to his church, his love for God, his love for the word of God and his devotions that he read daily. He exemplified what it is to be a man after God’s heart. Nick Sedillo, Sr. worked as the Maintenance Superintendent for the Town of Estancia for 25 years until his retirement. Nick was also a volunteer firefighter for the Town of Estancia from 1973 to 1988. He made many friends throughout his career. He will be remembered by his friends and neighbors for his kindness, lending a helping hand with mowing lawns, pulling weeds, and taking out their trash. He never expecting anything in return. Nick never looked for praise and never boasted; he just quietly served others. He was a loyal friend that never spoke a negative word about anyone. Nick Sedillo, Sr. will be remembered for the amazing legacy he leaves his family and friends. He was a firm foundation, a man of principle and integrity who always showed kindness and love. One of our greatest blessings is to call him husband, dad, grandfather, and friend. His life will forever be cherished in our hearts. Nick is preceded in death by his Wife, Rita Sedillo of Tajique NM born March 9th 1938, death January 18th 2021, Sister, Carmen (Sedillo) Garza of Herford TX born July 19th 1942, death May 13th 2005, Father, Jose Teodorio (Rosendo) Sedillo of Albuquerque NM born 1902 death 1971, Mother, Gonsagita (Padila) Sedillo of Chilili NM born 1915 death 1971, 10th Great Grandfather, Conquistador Capitan Bartolome Jose de Montoya-Alferez Mayor (Trusted Assistant to the King of Nobles) born 1572 Cantillana, Spain, death 1609 Santa Fe, NM, and 10th Great Grandmother, Maria de Leon y Zamora - La India de Mejica birth 1573 (El Barrio de San Sebastián, Ciudad de México, Mexico) death 1609 (Villa Real de Santa Fé, Provincia de Nuévo Méjico, Nuéva España. Nick is survived by his Brother, Henry Sedillo, Daughter, Rosalind Esquibel (Husband Michael), his Son Nick Sedillo, Jr. (Wife Tracy), Grandchildren: Jeff Barela (Wife Victoria), Jennifer Kottenstette (Husband Ricky), Timothy Sedillo (Wife Kirstie), Gabriel Sedillo, Daniel Sedillo, Great Grand Children: Anthony Barela (and Lexy), Damien Barela, Caden Easley (and Angelique), Joey Kottenstette, and Great, Great Grand Child, Brody Barela. Services for Nick Sedillo, Sr. will be on December 6, 2023, at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Estancia, NM. The viewing will start at 9:30 am, rosary at 10:00 am, funeral mass at 11:00 am, and the burial will be immediately following the mass at the Estancia Cemetery.