Soyla Cruz Rojo Lujan, age 86, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2025. She was a resident of Colorado Springs for over 60 years and was formerly a resident of Trinidad, Colorado and Ajo, Arizona. Born on March 29, 1938, to Tranquilino Rojo and Cruz (Gonzalez) Rojo in Ajo, Arizona. On August 19, 1956, she married Joseph Lujan in Yuma, Arizona. Together they raised eight children. Soyla lived a full and vibrant life marked by resilience, love, and dedication to her family and friends.
A self-made cleaning professional for many years, Soyla took pride in her work and brought care and diligence to every task she undertook. She also provided home healthcare for her mother-in-law with compassion and commitment—another testament to her nurturing spirit.
Soyla’s life was deeply rooted in family. She is lovingly remembered by her children: Stella Zemora (Pete), Art Lujan (Vivian), Ricardo Lujan, and Monica Sanchez (Willy). Her legacy continues through her 22 grandchildren, 48 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. She is also survived by her sisters, Amanda Fischer and Carlota Villasenor.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joseph Lujan; her parents, Tranquilino Rojo and Cruz (Gonzales) Rojo; daughters, Sherry Lujan and Angela Orozco; sons, Jose Lujan and Bert Lujan; grandsons: Pedro Zamora Jr., Dominick Tony Martin Lujan, and Che Orozco; two infant great-grandchildren; sisters: Mary Baker, Bertha Perez, Eva Sepulveda, Virginia Rojo, Erlinda Aroz, and Lily Robles; and brothers: Leovardo Rojo, Hector Rojo, Francisco Rojo, and Reginaldo Rojo.
Soyla had a remarkable passion for cooking. Her kitchen was often filled with the aromas of lovingly prepared meals that brought warmth to countless family gatherings. In earlier years, she found joy in hunting trips, camping adventures under open skies, and dancing—activities that reflected her zest for life. More recently, she discovered comfort in coloring books and word search puzzles—quiet pastimes that brought peace during her later years.
Known affectionately as “Grandma Soyla” to many beyond her immediate family circle, she was admired for her loving nature, strength of spirit, kindness of heart, and boundless energy. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
A viewing will be held on Friday, April 18, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM at Shrine of Remembrance located at 1730 E. Fountain Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80910. The Rosary will follow from 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM at the same location. A funeral service will begin at 10:00 AM with interment to follow from 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM at Evergreen Cemetery at 100 S. Hancock Expressway, Colorado Springs, CO 80903.
Flower contributions may be made to Shrine of Remembrance prior to the service.
May Soyla’s memory bring comfort to those who knew her and continue to inspire generations to come.