Governor Lujan Grisham on the Passing of Representative Henry ‘Kiki’ Saavedra

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Monday expressed her sadness at the passing of  former state Rep. Henry “Kiki” Saavedra:

 

“I was incredibly saddened today to hear of  former Representative Saavedra’s passing. I had the good fortune to work with and learn from him for many years and knew him to be deeply devoted to his community. As a veteran, a city employee, and a legislator, he lived his life in service.

 

“He was a treasured leader in the state House, looked up to by new legislators of both parties as a welcoming teacher, and he championed projects like funding New Mexico’s Special Olympics. I especially appreciated his warmth, fairness, and delightful sense of humor. He was a gentleman through and through, and the Legislature is a better place because of him.

 

“Representative Saavedra lived his life as an example of leaving a place better than he entered it, and the entire state of New Mexico is better off for his work and service. My deepest condolences go out to his family.”