Isidro Nunez, age 86, passed away Friday, May 12, 2023, in Sterling, CO. His battle with serious medical issues during the last two years displayed his courage, while his presence held a sacred space full of wisdom, love, and true grit.

To celebrate Isidro's life, a viewing will begin at 10:00 am on Wednesday, May 24, at Chaney-Reager Funeral Home in Sterling, CO, followed by a Recitation of the Holy Rosary and Vigil Service at 6:00 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:00 am, Thursday, May 25, at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Sterling, CO, with Father Enrique Salazar officiating. A burial will immediately follow in Riverside Cemetery.

Isidro was born in San Luis de Cordero, Durango, Mexico, on May 15, 1936. He did not come from money; he came from love. After stepping on American soil for the first time in the early 50s after enlisting in the Bracero program, Isidro's love for America begins. Throughout his life, he carried his native Mexico in his heart and his beloved United States of America around his arms. His life was composed of hard work, integrity, humility, and truth. Simple things made him happy, authentic relationships made him smile, and the genuine love from horses gave him life.

He is preceded in death by his son Hector, grandsons Cesar Alejandro Sarmiento and baby Jacob.

Isidro is survived by his wife, Rosa Maria Nunez, and their four children: Jaime Nunez (Cynthia), Maria Sarmiento (Manuel), Olga Nunez, and Esthela Nunez Schnee (Dale), eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be made in Isidro's name to Hospice of the Plains, 100 Broadway Street, Suite 1A, Sterling, CO 80751.