Ruben Vigil

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Ruben Orlando Vigil, 89, of Taos left this earth a happy and well loved husband, father, grandfather and friend on April 03, 2007. Ruben served in Europe during World War II and was injured. He returned to New Mexico and received a B.A. He worked in the Taos Post Office for over twenty years, retiring as Postmaster in 1971. He was the commander of the Taos DAV Chapter for 50 years and a life long Kiwanian. Ruben's favorite activities were gardening and fishing. He is preceded in death by his sons, Orlando Vigil, Bert and Stanley Witka. He is survived by his wife, Crucita Vigil, daughters, Yolanda Vigil-Henderson (Mark) of Nevada, Katie Vigil of Denver, grandchildren, Dawn Otero, Stanley Ruben Witka, Crucita Clinton (Mark), Meredith Amy Viola (Anthony), Joshua Vigil Daniel, great grandchildren, Jaime, Rudee and Casey Otero, Eryn Witka, Vanessa and Maya Clinton, brother, Fred Montoya, sister, Stella Pena and numerous other relatives and friends.

Rosary was recited on April 08, 2007. Funeral mass was held on April 09, 2007. Both services were held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment was held at Santa Fe National Cemetery.

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	Name	Ruben Vigil
	Date of Death	April 3rd, 2007

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	Funeral Home	Rivera Family Funeral Home - Taos
	Address	818 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur Taos NM 87571 United States

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Gcm published a tribute .

What a wonderful and unforgettable man. Rest high up on the mountain with the Father and the Son.


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Rebecca Colthup published a tribute .

Good Bye Ruben Loved and memories will last forever


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Bob Salazar published a tribute .

I Will Miss You


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Erin Webber published a tribute .

Katie and family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Erin


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David A. Fogel published a tribute .

Katie: No words are adequate to deal with the loss of a parent. Here is hoping that the good memories you have of your father as well as your Aunt will bring you comfort in the future.
With sadness,
David


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Elsie Cortez published a tribute .

Crucita,

Sorry for the loss of your husband, will not be able to attend services, out of town with my daughter in Santa Fe, God bless you and your family.

Always a friend,
Elsie


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Edward And Nancy Campos published a tribute .

Crucita, We are very sad to hear about Ruben. Our prayers go out to you. He will be missed very much. Such a wonderful person.


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Cecilia L. Quintana published a tribute .

Dear Crucita and Family,

My goodness! It is so hard to think of the two of you together, riding around in Ruben's green truck. My deepest condolences for your loss. You were so blessed to have each other for so long.

Please call if you need anything.

Your friend and Cousin
Cecilia Quintana


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Younis Martinez Lave published a tribute .

Crucita, I am sorry to hear about Ruben, May God help you at this sorrowoful time, and may Ruben rest in Peace.


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