Arturo Fernandez

Arturo Fernandez 96, a resident of El Salto, passed away peacefully July 28, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his parents Jose Emilio and Andrellita Fernandez; siblings Alice Gonzales, Arsenio Fernandez, Herminio Fernandez and Honorio Fernandez.

Arturo was a hard-working man, who loved the outdoors.  For many years, he worked on the Railroad and when returning back home, he worked on the farm tending to sheep, cattle, and planting his garden.

He is survived by his siblings Claudina Romero, Robert Fernandez, Elizardo Fernandez (Gloria), Fabiola Montoya, Olivia Varos, Gloria Bradbury (who he considered a sister) (David); special caregivers and nieces Berna Pacheco (Leo), Annette Ortiz (Bill), Sarah Pacheco, Melanie Webster (Nick), plus many other loving nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

A special thank you is extended to Floyd Fernandez and Wilma Romero for their loving care.

Rosary will be recited on Wednesday August 3, 2022 at 9:00am, followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00am at Holy Trinity Catholic Church.  Burial will follow at the Arroyo Seco Cemetery.

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