After 56 years of marriage, they passed away within 13 hours of one another on October 13, 2013. Eulice was born January 21, 1937 and Leona was born on January 13, 1938. They are survived by their children Mitch (Cindy) Abeyta, Denise (Andy) Pickens, and Michael (Lori) Abeyta; grandchildren Courtney (Mike) Wernsman, Tyler (Samara) Pickens, Mykkal, Trevor, Nykkalas and Hadley Abeyta; three great-grandchildren. Leona is also survived by her sister Diane Mason. A Funeral Mass, honoring both Eulice and Leona, will be held, Friday, October 18, 10:00 am at Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 9998 Grant St., Thornton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contribtuions may be made to Alzheimer's Association of Colorado, 455 Sherman Street #500, Denver, CO 80203. Share condolences at HoranCares.com.