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Johnny S. Roybal

Johnny S. Roybal

November 17th, 1948 - March 2nd, 2009

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JOHNNY S. ROYBAL age 60 of El Duende, NM. died unexpectedly on Monday March 2, 2009. He was the eldest son of the late Johnny A. and Ninfa Roybal. He was preceded in death by his parents and also his sister Eliza Roybal. Johnny was a decorated Vietnam Veteran, he worked for many years as a fireman in Los Alamos and retired as a postman. He enjoyed camping & fishing with Tudy and Lorenzo and his family, but most of all he enjoyed helping others and was always willing to lend a hand. He enjoyed going on religious pilgrimages and attending the blessed sacrament. Johnny is survived by his companion Linda Martinez, sister Patricia Roybal-Martinez and husband Tomas of Rio Rancho, brothers Joseph Roybal, James Roybal and wife Gloria, Jerome Roybal, and youngest brother Chris Roybal-all of El Duende, niece ReAnn and other relatives and friends. THE SERVICES HAVE BEEN CHANGED! Public visitation will be held on Sunday from 2:00pm to 5:30pm at Block-Salazar Mortuary. Recitation of the rosary will be held on Sunday evening at 7:00 PM at San Jose Catholic Church in Hernandez. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday at noon also at San Jose Catholic Church. Interment is planned at The Santa Fe National Cemetery with military honors. Serving as pallbearers are Lorenzo Herrera, Art Herrera, Harold Lovato, Albert Lopez, Louie Martinez, Adan Ortega. Honorary Pallbearers are Anthony Gonzales, Larry Herrera, Rudy Maestas, Matthew Maestas, Kenny Maestas, Tony Martinez. Rivera Family Funeral Homes, Block-Salazar Mortuary branch, Espanla, NM. (505)753-2288 www.blocksalazarmortuary.com

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Name Johnny S. Roybal
Date of Birth November 17th, 1948
Date of Death March 2nd, 2009
Home Town Hernandez, NM, US 
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Funeral Home Rivera Family Funeral Home - Santa Fe
Address 417 Rodeo Road
Santa Fe NM 87505
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Feliz Salazar published a tribute .

Patsy & Family, I just want to say that I am sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

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Maria & Mary Padilla published a tribute .

Sorry to hear about your loss our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

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Kim Smith published a tribute .

Patsy, Tomas, and family,
My thougths and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Just know Johnny will live on in the hearts of everyone who loved him.
Your dear friend from Indiana,
Kim Smith

Tomas, please give Patsy a big hug for me.

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Donna Beck published a tribute .

Johnny was such a kind & gentle soul. He was always a good friend and like an older brother. His death is a great loss to our community. My Love and Prayers are with all of you. I will always remember our rafting trip down the Rio Grande.

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Orlando L. Trujillo published a tribute .

To Johnnys brothers and sister: Sorry to here about the loss of Johnny, and may god bless you all.
Orlando

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Heather Montoya And Family published a tribute .

James,Grandma Gloria &Family,
Our deepest sympathy,love, and prayers are with you. May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time. He will be greatly missed.

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Mary And Jim Myers published a tribute .

Our deepest sympathy to all the family members. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Johnny will always be remembered.

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Jordan Rivera published a tribute .

I hope his family feels better. Especially Patsy.

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Rosario ( Chayo) Garcia published a tribute .

I am really sorry for your loss and the loss of sweet, and gentleman. He will be missed. May God keep him in his light.

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Viola & Joe Quintana published a tribute .

Johnny, your kind and happy demeanor will never be forgotton. Rest in God's Peace!

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Caroline & Family published a tribute .

Johnny was a beautiful and caring person. May GOD sustain you during this time. (Isaiah 41:10) "So do not fear, for I am with you;do not be dismayed,for I am your God.I will strengthen you & help you;I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."

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Jim And Helen Whitfill published a tribute .

Johnny was a special guy--he was a gentle and kind soul. He will always remain close to our hearts. We will pray for him and for all the Roybal family. Hang in there together and give each other courage and strength. You are all deeply loved.

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Valerie Trujillo published a tribute .

Chris & Family, My deepest sympathy for you and your family. May God give you the strength and comfort during this difficult time.

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Peterson Family published a tribute .

we are so sorry. if you need anything please let us know

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The Mitchell's published a tribute .

Patsy and family,
We were so saddened to hear of Johnny's passing. He was always so helpful and kind. As always, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Love,
Ryan, Vanessa, and Levi

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John Quintana published a tribute .

My deepest condolences go to your familia in this time of sadness. You are all in my family’s thoughts and prayers.

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Linda Padilla published a tribute .

Johnny was such a wonderful person. We enjoyed our trip to Rome with him. Will never forget his kindness. Going to miss him.

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John And Patricia Herrera published a tribute .

Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to all of you during this hard and sad time in your lives. Johnny will be greatly missed.

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Ben Sandoval published a tribute .

Johnny was a good friend and great co-worker as I worked with him as a mail carrier in White Rock. Best wishes to the family during this difficult time.

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Esther Apodaca published a tribute .

Joseph,Jim, Chris and Patsy
My greatest sympathy goes out for the loss of your brother Johnny. I will alway remember growing up in El Duende and knowing him as a most caring person. My prayers are with you. God Bless you all.

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Vernon Akes published a tribute .

My deepest sympathy to the family. Kevin Hauck and myself enjoyed going to the MWC basketball tournaments in Las Vegas, Nevada with Johnny. He will be missed.

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Brenda Vigil published a tribute .

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I know no words can ever heal the pain in your hearts, just know that he is with our dear lord, watching over you all and he would want you all to have a smile on your face.

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Angela Herrera published a tribute .

Chris & Family,
My deepest sympathy for you and your family during the loss of your brother. May God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. My prayers are with you all.

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