Ricky Velasquez

Ricky Velasquez of Espanola, NM, passed away March 3, 2025, at 60 years old. Born in Durango, CO, but raised in San Francisco, CA. Ricky eventually made the Espanola Valley his home for the last 30 years.

He was preceded in death by, and will be reunited in glory with his wife, Bernadette Nora Vigil, father-figure who raised him as a son, Orlando Vigil, great-nephew Reuben Trujillo, brother’s in-law Robert Spiegl and Ronney Sanchez, and both maternal and paternal grandparents.

Ricky was survived by his beloved mother and step-father Beatrice & Fermin Perea, father Abelino Velasquez, step-son Aaron Martinez, brothers and sisters; Bobby Velasquez, Eutimia Sanchez, Priscilla (Joe) McIntire, Elma Moon Spiegl, Ivy Velasquez, and Eddie Velasquez Sr. He also leaves behind his God-daughter Delisha (Khris) Brown, nieces; Tara Trujillo, Rosa Bonilla, and Rebecca (Kaici) Gutierrez; nephews Anthony Gordon Sr, Michael Cusick, and Eddie Velasquez Jr, as well as great-niece, Nilah Velasquez and great-nephews Roberto (Amy) Trujillo, Rudy (Falisha) Trujillo, and Anthony Gordon Jr.

He will be remembered as a funny guy with a wild spirit who had the most beautiful hair. He was a good mechanic, handyman and always willing to help out when needed. He spent many years as a care giver and did odd jobs whenever possible. Ricky was dearly loved and will be missed by many other family and friends.

Services will be Saturday March 29, 2025, at St. Juan Nepomuceno Church in Canjilon, NM. A Eulogy will be read at 10:30am, a Catholic Mass will be at 11:00am, followed by burial and reception.

If you'd like to help support Ricky's family, donations can be made to https://gofund.me/65b2649b