Our beloved Henry left us too soon, leaving behind cherished memories. Henry Apodaca passed away January 29, 2026 in Denton. Texas. 
Henry was born January 11, 1954, and married Dora Villanueva in April 1972. Henry lived in Portales, New Mexico, he was a very loving and giving person. He will be missed deeply.

He is survived by his wife Dora Apodaca; son Zenon Apodaca and wife Mandy; his daughter Melinda Hayward and husband Michael. Henry had eight grandkids: Dorian Hayward, Kaity Kilgore, Ziar Apodaca, Jordan Hayward, Zavian Apodaca, Zatthias Apodaca, Ember Apodaca, Logan Apodaca and one great granddaughter Tessa Hayward.

He is preceded in death by his father Atilano Apodaca, mother Mary Apodaca, and brother Pete Apodaca.