Kenneth Jassmann

On November 14, 2024, Kenneth Jassmann of Questa, NM, left this world to begin his new journey, free of pain, but full of beauty and wonderment. 

Ken was born in the town of Beulah, North Dakota, to Herbert and Vera Jassmann. After graduation, he joined his dad in road construction and they worked their way South to New Mexico and was drafted into the armed services where he served in the military at Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas. After he served in the armed forces, he moved to Questa where his parents had settled and he met his wife Margaret Espinosa from Blanca, Colorado.

Ken worked as an auto mechanic and tow truck operator in Questa with Mike Gaillour at the local Shell Station. He then moved on and joined Colomex Oil and Gas Company and Taos Gravel where he was a truck and diesel mechanic and operator for many years. Then he went to work with his brother at Bruce’s Gravel in Eagle Nest, NM until his retirement. 

Ken enjoyed boating and fishing with his family and would make friends at any lake he was at while enjoying the outdoors. He loved to work on anything with a motor in it, riding his lawn mower and visiting with all the neighbors. He always loved to read, enjoyed learning about new things and enjoyed watching his big screen TV. He was also a HAM Radio Operator and enjoyed listening to ham radio transmissions around the world. 

Ken was preceded in death by his parents Herbert and Vera Jassmann; his brother Neil, brother and sisters-in-law Robert, Emma and Catherine Espinosa; and niece Yolanda.

He is survived by his wife Margaret of 52 years; son Joseph and daughter Kendara; brothers, Bruce (Gina), Randy (Karen); sisters, JoAnn Ortega (Ernest), Judy Jassmann-Adams (Cliff), Tammy Butler (Stewart); brothers-in-law, Arnold Espinosa (Flo), Roger Espinosa (Irene) and sister-in-law Charlotte Lee (Riche). He is also survived by three grandchildren, two nephews and seven nieces, as well as many cousins. 

As per his final request, a private family service will be held. 

The family of Kenneth Jassmann has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring staff of DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. 866-657-4019 www.devargastaos.com