Gilbert “Wheat” Trujillo, 84, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 26, 2021 with his family by his side. Gilbert lived all his life in Cundiyo, NM. He was born and raised there by his mother and later built a home and lived there with his wife and children. He was a wonderful husband to his wife, Tillie for almost 60 years, was a loving father, and a caring grandfather and great-grandfather. He adored his animals, especially his dogs, Bobby and India. He loved the outdoors. He always had a vegetable garden in the summer, enjoyed fishing and camping and was an avid hunter in the winter. He was a mechanic, a builder, a farmer, a plumber, an electrician, just a master of all trades. There was nothing Gilbert could not do. He was highly intelligent with an engineer’s mind.
Gilbert worked for Los Alamos National Laboratory and retired after a lengthy career as a truck driver. Upon his retirement, he began working with Ortiz Transportation driving the Cundiyo route for the Pojoaque School systems. Gilbert was a hard worker and a dedicated employee, this was something he also expected and instilled in his children and grandchildren.
Gilbert will be welcomed in Heaven by his wife, Utelia “Tillie” Trujillo; parents: Eugenio & Sarita Trujillo; and sister: Sabinita Martinez.
He is survived by his loving daughters: Dolores Arreola (Gildardo), Della Trujillo (Brian), Joyce Sullivan (Patrick) and Donna Curry (Doug); sons: Don Trujillo (Olga) and Gilbert Trujillo Jr. (Beverly) and two granddaughters that he helped raise, Tanya Martinez (Steven) and Ariana Trujillo (Nate). Grandchildren: Rudy Trujillo, David Sullivan, Ryan Sullivan, Kelly Escobar, Sarah Curry, Nick Garcia, Anique Sandoval and Aaliyah Trujillo. Sister: Andreita Vigil. Gilbert was also blessed with 17 great-grandchildren and numerous extended family members and friends.
A Catholic mass will be celebrated for Gilbert on Monday, March 29, 2021 at 10:00 am at Holy Family Catholic Church in Chimayo, NM. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, in-person services will be limited to 75 people. Following is a link for live streaming the funeral mass: www.prayatalltimes.com. Burial will follow at the Cundiyo Community Cemetery.
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| Name | Gilbert Eugenio Trujillo |
| Date of Birth | September 8th, 1936 |
| Date of Death | February 26th, 2021 |
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| Funeral Home | Rivera Family Funeral Home - Española | |
| Cemetery | Cundiyo Cemetery | |
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Chimayo NM 87522 United States |
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Trujillo Family,
Our sincere condolences to all of you. May God Bless You and give you strength during this very difficult time.
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Dolores, Joyce and all Trujillo family....
My deepest condolences on the passing of your dad. I had the pleasure of interacting with him at SM-30 and he was such a friendly and helpful person. May he rest in eternal peace. May our Lord give you peace and comfort for your great loss.
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Dolores and all the Trujillo family. My deepest condolences for your loss. Gilbert was always very friendly and kind to me. I have a fond memory of him telling me at a superbowl game we were watching at his daughter Dolores residence. It was a game between the Denver Broncos and the Dallas Cowboys. He was in shock telling me that some of the Cowboy fans were even wearing Cowboy socks. He said it in Spanish, he made me laugh so hard. The way he said it in Spanish was priceless. I can still remember his expression. Such a nice man. Gilbert will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God give you strength and comfort in your sorrow. Take comfort he is no longer in pain and is reunited with his beloved Tillie. God bless you all!
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My deepest condolences to all of the Trujillo family, may God welcome Gilbert with open arms. Vaya con Dios Primo.
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Dolores and Trujillo Family, Sending you our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Gilbert. Thinking of you and wishing you moments of peace and comfort.
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Condolences to my cousins and extended family for the loss of your dad. What a blessing to know your mom and dad are now reunited and at peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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RIP Uncle Gilbert. Blessed to have had you as my uncle. Your now in Heaven with Auntie. I will carry you both in my heart always. Heaven has now gained another Angel.
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RIP Uncle Gilbert. Blessed to have had you as my uncle. Your now in Heaven with Auntie. I will carry you both in my heart always. Heaven has now gained another Angel.
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“Wheat” was the name most of his coworkers and friends knew him by. He had many friends because of his great personality. He was excellent to work with, trustworthy and a true untiring friend.
May Gilbert Rest in Eternal Peace! We send our wholehearted condolences to all of his survivors.
Sylvia & Jerry Atencio & Family
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Our deepest condolences on the passing of Gilbert. May you find peace and happiness in the memories of your Dad and Mom. May they both rest in peace. Leroy and Joann Sandoval
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R.I.P. Gilbert, may you be walking the streets of gold in heaven with our Lord Jesus Christ, you were the best father-in-law to me. Dolly,Della,Joyce,Don,Donna and Bert, my deepest condolences to all the family. Vaya con Dios Gilbert
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Rest In Peace Gramps. I Love You and miss you. Watch over us like you always did
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Our sincere condolences to the Trujillo family on the passing of Gilbert. Gilbert was such a nice man, Enjoyed working with him at SM-30. may he Rest in Peace. Bob & Vangie Archuleta
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By far the best grandpa ever! You were such a hard worker! I am beyond proud to say that I'm your granddaughter! I love you Grandpa!
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Dolores and family, I am so sorry to learn about the loss of your father. Prayers for him and your family. May he rest in peace.
Your friend Kristine (from Jakes Casino)
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Sorry for your loss. My prayers are with the family. 'Wheat' will never be forgotten. He was a great brother-in-law. My condolences to all the family.
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