Miguel David Trujillo

Miguel David Trujillo, 71, born on May 12, 1953, in Fairview, Espanola, NM, passed away at his home on October 21, 2024, in Questa, NM. 

David married his childhood sweetheart in July 1972 and was a devoted husband of 52 years to Rebecca “Becky”, and a loving father to their three children, Fred, Roberto and Anita. David was the proud and incredible grandfather to Andrew, James, Kenneth, Mercedes, Kristopher, Alexius, Rylan, Brannyn and Tayler.

David moved his family from Ely, NV to Questa, NM in 1980 and worked and retired from Molycorp mine. David was also the owner of the local D&R Mustang in Questa for many years. David cherished spending time with his family, which brought him immense joy and fulfillment. David enjoyed watching his San Francisco 49ers and spending time with his friends. David was always the first to help his family, friends and community. David gave his time to help with the rebuilding of Questa’s St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. David was always the first person to make everyone feel welcome into his family and community.

David is preceded in death by his parents, Juan and Ursusenia Trujillo, his brother Gilbert Trujillo, his sister JoAnn Lucero, his mother-in-law Mercedes Mascarenas and his son, Miguel David Jr. Trujillo. David is survived by his wife, Rebecca Trujillo and their children, Fred and Nica Trujillo, their children Andrew and Alexius, Roberto and Nadine Trujillo, their children Kenneth and Kristopher and Anita and Ryan Vance and their children, James and Mercedes Torrez, Rylan, Brannyn and Tayler Vance. David is also survived by his brothers, Juan and Leroy Trujillo and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. 

David’s family will carry on his legacy of love and kindness. He will be remembered for his generosity, laughter, and the warmth he shared with those around him. David’s spirit will live on in the hearts of his family and friends, who will miss him dearly.

Rosary will be recited on Friday, November 8th, 2024 at 9:00 am at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Questa followed by the Mass at 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Miguel’s memory to The American Cancer Society. https://donate.cancer.org

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Armando and Cynthia Vigil, Larry and Gloria Sanchez, Juan Baca and the many friends who offered support, visits, phone calls and most importantly, prayers. 

The family of Miguel David Trujillo has entrusted the care of their loved one to the caring staff of DeVargas Funeral Home of Taos. www.devargastaos.com 1-866-657-4019