STEVE ROYBAL Obituary

STEVE ROYBAL Of Pecos, NM passed away February 18, 2013. Services are pending Rivera Family Funerals and Cremations 417 East Rodeo Rd. Santa Fe, NM 87505 Phone: (505) 989-7032 Fax: (505) 820-0435 santafefuneraloption.com

Published by Santa Fe New Mexican from Feb. 20 to Feb. 21, 2013.
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Moses Hilborn

May 29, 2015

To the Roybal Family, So Sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the memories of your husband & father. God Bless.

Julian & Sonya Varela

February 27, 2013

Dear Roybal Family
Sorry for the loss of you dad. May he rest in peace.

Jeanne Adelo

February 27, 2013

Mary and family, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this very difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort, laughter and tears of joy. Primo Esteban was a true cowboy and a true gentlemen. He will be missed. Que Dios los bendiga! Clara and David Lopez

February 26, 2013

Mary and family my condolences and prayers are with you.

Gail Tanuz

February 25, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. May God bless and comfort you during this difficult time.

Martin & Vickey Quintana

February 24, 2013

Please accept our hearfelt condolences. May all the beautiful memories comfort your entire family during this difficult time.

Magdalena Armijo and Family

February 24, 2013

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February 23, 2013

To the Roybal Family, sorry for your loss, but we know Steve is celebrating with the Lord. The Pecos has lost another great cowboy. Steve, thank you for the example you set as a real man.
from the McSweeney's, Los Pinos Ranch

February 22, 2013

Dear Mary, Steven, Julie, Eric, and family – You've lost a beloved husband and father. Thank you for sharing him with
us. To me, Steve was all man and gentleman, legendary in his way, a gifted and generous story-teller, a reader of messages from the skies and of footprints on mountain paths, tipping his hat to the ladies and keeping his own counsel, charming all with his broad smile and twinkling eyes. Intimidating at times, impatient with dillydallying, with shoddiness, he did fine work, always turned out like an elegant cowboy, taking pleasure and pride in any and all tasks. He was a craftsman, creating lovely pieces of furniture in later years, aging gracefully. To John, he was, from childhood, a beloved uncle and teacher, a role model of faithful manhood. Strength without, a big heart within—an inspiration and ever a trusted and admired friend. To Julia, he was a handsome man whose strong arms lifted her onto ranch horses and taught her to love riding. The memory of his graciousness and warmth lives on in our friends and family, whose thoughts of the grandeur of Pecos will always be marked by images of Steve Royal. Much love .... and always, abrazos.

Kathy, John, and Julia Friedman
Sharon, Connecticut

Kathleen Friedman

February 22, 2013

May God bring you all peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Lynn Chick

February 22, 2013

Dear Mary, Steven, Julie, Eric, and family – You've lost a beloved husband and father. Thank you for sharing him with
us. To me, Steve was all man and gentleman, legendary in his way, a gifted and generous story-teller, a reader of messages from the skies and of footprints on mountain paths, tipping his hat to the ladies and keeping his own counsel, charming all with his broad smile and twinkling eyes. Intimidating at times, impatient with dillydallying, with shoddiness, he did fine work, always turned out like an elegant cowboy, taking pleasure and pride in any and all tasks. He was a craftsman, creating lovely pieces of furniture in later years, aging gracefully. To John, he was, from childhood, a beloved uncle and teacher, a role model of faithful manhood. Strength without, a big heart within—an inspiration and ever a trusted and admired friend. To Julia, he was a handsome man whose strong arms lifted her onto ranch horses and taught her to love riding. The memory of his graciousness and warmth lives on in our friends and family, whose thoughts of the grandeur of Pecos will always be marked by images of Steve Royal. Much love .... and always, abrazos.

Kathy, John, and Julia Friedman
Sharon, Connecticut

February 22, 2013

Steven,
I am so sorry to hear the passing of your dad.
Arcy

February 22, 2013

Mrs. Roybal, Julie, Eric, Louis and family I am sorry for your loss. I loved seeing you all after mass at the restaurant on Sundays. Mr. Roybal always smiled and he loved his sopaipillas he had to share with Louis. God Bless you all.

Michelle Quintana

February 22, 2013

Having grown up as a city boy, Steve was one of my early heroes. He was exactly what I thought of as a cowboy. He had deep knowledge of the land around him and its history. He was physically and mentally strong and never complained. And he said exactly what he meant and not a word more.

Steve, you are greatly missed but live on through those you have touched.

Deepest condolences to the Roybal family.

Randall Friedman

February 22, 2013

We will miss Steve. We are praying for you all during this time of loss. The Jim and Carolyn McAtee

February 22, 2013

We will miss him so much, especially my visits at his wood shop. He was a great brother. May peace and comfort be with you.

Gene and Helen Roybal

February 22, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

JOSIE/MILTON ROYBAL

February 21, 2013

To the Roybal Family,

Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you. He was a special man and his memories will bring you great comfort and joy. God bless you.

Rubel & Dina Vigil

February 21, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family

James & Karen Billeri

February 21, 2013

I'm so sorry for Your loss I will always mis my Padrino smile

Phyllis R Leno

February 21, 2013

Our deepest sympathies to the family. Mr. Roybal was a great man!

Rudy Cdebaca

February 21, 2013

Our deepest sympathy for your loss of your loved one. May God bless and keep your family safe. You all are in our prayers

Martha Vigil and Family

February 21, 2013

My heartfelt condolences to the entire Roybal family. Steve was a wonderful man. There aren't many like him in the world. I am so grateful to have known him, and for the bond our families have had for generations. Know that he lives on in all who loved him. My thoughts and prayers are with yours.

Amanda Friedman

February 21, 2013

To the family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. It is so sad to know that another true cowboy rides away.

Dolores Vigil Baca

February 21, 2013

Moses Hilborn

February 21, 2013

Prayers, thoughts, and sincerest condolences to the Roybal Family.

Moses Hilborn and Angela Lucero

February 21, 2013

What a great life, lived for God, country, family and nature. Our condolences to the Roybal family

Eugene and Linda Long

February 20, 2013

Tio Esteban, now you and my Dad, Eduardo can revisit 'old' times together. God Bless and give my dad & mom our love....
Cousin - Bernadette Varela

February 20, 2013

Marie, and Family, Carolyn and I want to express our heartfelt condolances regarding your irreplaceable loss of Steve. In times like this we need an anchor who holds within the veil and gives us comfort and stability! May Our Lord Jesus give each of you a new song on your lips and a new hope in your heart as He holds your hand on this vally walk!

Jim and Carolyn McAtee

February 20, 2013

Our thoughts, prayers, and deepest sympathy to all of the Roybal family.

Ed and Nola Irvin

February 20, 2013

Steve: you are now in God's pasture with a good horse, plenty of grass, ample water and surrounded by old friends and loving family

Roger and Pat Friedman

February 20, 2013

Another great cowboy out in the fields. My sincere condolences.

Josie Rodriguez

February 20, 2013

My deepest sympathies to the Roybal family. Marie, Eric, may you find comfort in the years of memories you have. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Betty

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