Janet Louise Romero

In Loving Memory of Janet Romero

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Janet Louise Romero (Hoff), who departed this life peacefully on Wednesday, May 14 at the age of 77, surrounded by family.

Janet was a woman of great strength and resilience.

Born on January 18, 1948 in New London, Ct, Janet was the daughter of a Naval submariner (Gustov) eventually settling in Albuquerque where she attended Sandia High. Some of her favorite childhood memories were of hiking Embudo canyon.

“Jan” lived a life defined by hard-work, a keen sense of humor, and dedication to family. She was successful at many different occupations, including as a professional baker and cake decorator, waitress, and clothing store manager. She excelled at sewing and made clothing for the family for special occasions such as Easter, Baptism and First Holy Communion, Halloween costumes, and parades. She gave charitable gifts throughout her lifetime and in later years knitted and donated hundreds of winter hats to those in need.

She was a devoted mother to Robert [Peak], Jennifer [Alwin], Karen, Patrick (sp. Jessica), and Mary [Hamilton]; grandmother to Alexis and Ian; sister to Nancy [Gallegos] and to Gustov [Hoff] and Ronald [Hoff].

Janet is survived by many extended family, including Cindy, Tim, and Dean, numerous step grandchildren and great grandchildren, friends, and her cat, Midnight, who will miss her dearly.

Janet was preceded in death by her husband, John A Romero (March 11, 2022).