BLANCA — Blanca resident Andrew David Saenz, 44, passed away Feb. 18, 2020 at his home.

He was welcomed into the world on Sept. 5, 1975 in Alamosa, the son of Vicente Saenz and Diana Ortega Saenz.

Andrew was an outgoing and loving son, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin and friend who enjoyed going dancing, fishing, he was an artist and an avid Denver Broncos fan.

He will always be known for being creative and he loved spending time with his family.

He will live on through his parents, Vicente and Diana Saenz, of Blanca; daughters, Angelique Saenz of Grand Junction; Chazmen Saenz, Cheyanne Saenz, both of La Jara; son, Rodney Saenz of La Jara; grandson, Uriah Quintana of Grand Junction; sister, Gabriela Saenz (Andres Silva) of Denver; niece, Danielle Silva and nephew, Joseph Silva. He is also survived by many cousins and friends.

A vigil service with recitation of the rosary will be held on Monday, Feb. 24, 2020 at 9:30 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church in Ft. Garland. A memorial mass will follow at 10 a.m., also at Holy Family Catholic Church.  Cremation will follow and inurnment will be held at a later date.

To leave online condolences, please visit romerofuneralhomes.com. The arrangements have been entrusted to Romeo Funeral Home of San Luis.