Juan Arthur Duran, Jr.

Our daddy, Juan Arturo Duran Jr. (90) was called home by our heavenly father on Wednesday, August 24, 2022.  Dad was born on December 9, 1931 in Bulleros, NM to the late Juan Albino Duran Sr. and Juanita Lucero. He grew up in La Cañada Bonita in Ocate, NM, and for the past twenty five years resided in Pecos, NM.  

He is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Gloria Garcia Duran and nine children;  Maria Gomez, Diana Garcia (Bernie), Floyd Duran (Pauline), Eddie Roy Duran (Brenda Jo), Rosie Quintana (late Adrian Quintana), Raymond Duran (Brenda), Jessie Duran, Christine Duran (Ernest), Richard Duran, eighteen grandchildren, forty-five great grandchildren, three great great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, and Godchildren.  

He is survived by two caring sisters Caroline Arguello, Cecilia Duran (Bronson), two brothers Tim Duran (late Dora), Steve Duran (late Phyllis).  He is preceded in death by three loving sisters, Avrelia Fernandez, Clorinda Rubin, Elsie Lovato,  his brother, Anselmo Duran, grandsons Sean Perez and Robbie Ruiz.    

Our Dad loved our lord Jesus Christ which was reflected on how he lived his life.  He  was an amazing, wonderful, and giving person.   Dad always had a smile on his face and was always willing to lend a helping hand.  He worked for 75 plus years as a logger and truck driver.  His work ethic was amazing, always ready to give his children the best.  Dad will live forever in our hearts, and we thank God for blessing us with the best Dad ever.  

A rosary will be recited at 9:30 am Friday, September 2, 2022 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Pecos, NM,  followed by a Mass of Christian Burial  at 11:30 AM.  Dad will be laid to rest at St. Anthony’s Cemetery immediately following the mass.