Albert Ernesto Struck

Albert Ernesto Struck, 69 of Ranchos de Taos, passed away on December 1, 2023. 

He is preceded in death by his parents, Dolores and Bernabe Struck; sister Martie Struck Miera; grandparents Meliton & Elena Trujillo and Meliton and Clorinda Struck; in-laws, Bernadino & Roselia Vigil; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Albert is survived by his wife of 45 years, Doris Struck; his beloved daughters, Sofia Vigil (Steven), Elena Struck Flores (Teodoro), and Patricia Struck. He had 6 grandchildren who lovingly referred to him as “PA”.  Alicia Rose Vigil, lovingly known as “Chopa #1”, Alexis Erica Flores, lovingly known as “Chopa #2”, or “Dos”, Julianna Christina Dolores Flores, lovingly known as “Flowers” or “Flower Child”, Samuel Joshua Albert Vigil, lovingly known as “Chopo”, Daniel Isaiah Vigil, lovingly known as “Dan the Man”, and Avah Erin Flores, lovingly known as “the little one”.  He is also survived by his siblings, Frank Struck, Orlinda Struck, Bernadette Chavez (James), Bernabe Struck, Jr. and Robert Gaitlin (Lettie);  in-laws, Jessie Miera, Bobby Vigil (Carol), Clarence Vigil (Sandra), Antonio Vigil (Anna) and Del Velasquez (Eloisa); plus nieces and nephews; uncles and aunts Meliton Struck (Lucille), Stephen Trujillo (Diana), Meliton Trujillo (Louise) and Jake Trujillo; as well as many cousins who he loved and many, many friends.

Albert was an outstanding athlete at Taos High School, and an avid Taos Tiger fan, rarely missing a game.  He supported all Taos High athletes.  His sports legacy will live on through his grandchildren.

He proudly served his country in the United States Army, with the 1^st Battalion, 17^th Infantry.  He was highly commended by his superior officers and commanders, serving in the infantry as both a gunner and clerk.  He was a loyal soldier who served in Korea.

In his later years, Albert took up the hobby of cane making, which he enjoyed gifting to family and friends, or any one in need.

Albert was known as a very kind man with large hands.  He was rich in family and friends and would go out of his way to say hello or reach out to call or to check in on you.  Our gentle giant had a very generous heart who cared for so many.  Our lives were forever touched to have known him.  Thank you for being an exceptional human being and for being the BEST Husband, Father and Grandfather.  Albert was also an amazing Brother, Uncle and Friend.

Rosary will be recited on Sunday, December 17, 2023 at 7pm at San Francisco de Asis Catholic church.  Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, December 18, 2023 at 10am at San Francisco de Asis Catholic church, with burial to follow at St. Francis Cemetery in Ranchos de Taos.  

The family of Albert Ernesto Struck has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos.  866-657-4019 www.devargastaos.com