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Antonio Trujillo Obituary

Antonio Andre "Tono" Trujillo, age 38, beloved and devoted father, fiancé, son, brother, grandson, nephew and friend, was embraced by the Lord and taken to eternal rest Monday, July 22, 2013. He was born in Albuquerque, NM on December 14, 1974. He lived and attended schools in the Las Cruces and El Paso area and he graduated from Robertson High School in Las Vegas. After high school he took under graduate courses at Highlands University. He went on to receive his degree as a barber in 2012, and was currently employed with Ace Barber Shop in Albuquerque. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force and was deployed twice to Kuwait. His decorations included Army Achievement Medal, Air Force Training Ribbon, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award, Air Force Good Conduct Medal and the National Defense Service Medal. He especially loved spending time with his son and fiancé; he loved martial arts, singing, and was a great athlete. He was a youth counselor who made a difference in many children's lives. Antonio will be fondly remembered as a charismatic and soft spoken, lovable individual. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jesus and Carmen Gomez; Evangeline Trujillo; and first cousin Monica Jo Lara. He is survived by his loving mother Gloria Gomez Kilkenny, stepfather John Kilkenny; biological father Ron Trujillo; his 6-year-old son Antonio Enrique "Tonito" Trujillo; fiancé Rheannon Aragon and her mother Eileen Aragon; nine loving aunts Irma, Hilda, Ma. Edelia, Teresita, Nina Sylvia, Norma, Margarita, Zulema and Olga, and their beautiful children and spouses. Antonio will be greatly missed by all. He was laid to rest on Friday, August 2, 2013 at the Santa Fe National Cemetery with full Military Honors. Memorial services for Antonio will be held on Sunday August 4, 2013 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Homes West. www.sunsetfuneralhomes.net.

Published by Las Cruces Sun-News from Aug. 3 to Aug. 4, 2013.
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I Think of Tono all the time and how fun it was to have him in choir classes. The "Tre Boyz" kept things lively!

Greg Tyrone

Teacher

July 20, 2020

We had some great times brother! Your laugh was very contagious. Until we see each other again.

JJ Garcia

Friend

June 2, 2020

We had some great times brother! Your laugh was very contagious. Until we see each other again.

JJ Garcia Ruhland

Friend

June 2, 2020

Mijo, it has been 5 yrs and almost 8 months since our Lord enveloped you in His shroud You are still the first thought of my day and last prayer at night We all love and miss you greatly En paz descanse Dios lo Bendiga

Gloria Gomez-Kilkenny

April 18, 2019

Miss you carnal you will always be in are heart.

Ramon Jaramillo

July 24, 2014

Rheannon,
Sorry to hear about your loss, you are a strong person and I wish I could give you a hug! I hope Martha sent my condolences to you at the time of the services for me but if she forgot I sent them through my prayers for you, the family, and your baby! You were on my mind and I needed to write you somehow so I found this, I hope you get it! I will continue to pray for you and your son. Love you girl!! Miss you!!
XOXO
Desiree L. Garcia

Desiree Garcia

September 3, 2013

My condolences go out to the family....I went to grade school w/ Tony at Mesilla Park....still have memories playing basketball w/ him! RIP man.

James Banegas

August 4, 2013

My condolences go out to the family....I went to grade school w/ Tony at Mesilla Park....still have memories playing basketball w/ him! RIP man.

August 4, 2013

My most sincere condolences to the family. Gloria my prayers are with you. May God give all of you strength during this time of deep sorrow.

Mary Helen Silva-Holguin

August 4, 2013

The memory of our friendship will always burn in my heart. I have coached many and I am proud to say that you remained closed to me. May your soul rest in peace and may your family be forever strong, knowing that you are with Our Father.

Shannon Aragon

August 2, 2013

May God bless you and your family during these difficult times. May your family be blessed with peace and comfort. Will miss you a lot. Your friend Pelon.

Daniel (Pelon) Torrez

July 30, 2013

I am very sorry to hear of this tragedy and may God bless all of the loved ones grieving at this time. Tono thanks for the great memories you will be missed.

Jen Alarid

July 30, 2013

My Deepest symphathy to the family of "Tono" Trujillo. He was always a happy person. May God bless you all during this time.

Lupe Rubio

July 30, 2013

Ron, so sorry to hear about your son. My prayers are with you.
Dolores Montoya-Santa Fe

July 30, 2013

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

Louise Marquez

July 30, 2013

My deepest condolences to Tono's Fiancee, Son and Family. I often saw pictures and postings of his fiancee and son - he was clearly a proud family man. I pray that The Lord bring you comfort, strength, guidance and peace.

Tono, you will be missed...

Fran Martinez Romero

July 30, 2013

Tono, you had a smile that would light up a room. You will be missed by many. Blessings to your family.

Tammy Christensen

July 30, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.

Eleanor & Lisa Montoya

July 30, 2013

Our Deepest Sympathy to the Family and Friends of Antonio "Tono" Trujillo.
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cousins:
Richard and Emily Pacheco - Santa Fe
Dennis Garduno,Jonathan Trujillo - Las Vegas
Anthony and Judi Gallegos & Family - Rio Rancho

July 30, 2013

Antonio, we love you and your family and will miss you terribly. So many lives have changed, but we will continue to see you through Tonito. God Bless you and continued blessings to your family.

Brian & Rosanne Klaus

July 30, 2013

Our deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences on the loss of Tono. May God Rest Your Soul Tono. Blessings to our cousin Ron Trujillo on the loss of his son. Roy and Anna Mae Herrera

Roy and Anna Mae Herrera

July 29, 2013

You have our deepest condolences, and may God grant you peace and understanding during this heartbreaking times.

Norma & Hector Cavazos

July 29, 2013

no greater gift from god then a chld.may you all find peace knowing your son is at home with our lord and truly at peace blessed be.

mary frailey

July 29, 2013

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

mary frailey

July 29, 2013

Antonio, you were a great barber, friend, and a good listener. You always had a winning smile, and you spoke of your son, lovingly. ACE Barbership customers will miss you.

To the family: you have my deepest condolences, and may God grant you peace, during these troubled times.

Denise Phillips, Albuquerque, NM

July 29, 2013

Tono - You were a very special person. You and your friends brought great joy to my classroom. God bless all who love you.

Greg Tyrone

July 29, 2013

Tono, you will be missed. You were a great a friend and person. May you rest peace. God Bless you and your family.

Zachary Martinez

July 29, 2013

Ron Our deepest condolences. You and yours are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find strength in our Lord and a peaceful reflection. God Bless
Harold and Aggie Santillanes

Harold, Aggie Santillanes

July 29, 2013

We will always love you and miss you....
Sarah and Kaitlyn

Sarah Alden

July 29, 2013

My heart sunk when I saw you on the news cast, I am so sorry you lost your son, I know how much he was such a great part of your life. I wish I could take some of your pain away.

Robin Caldwell

July 29, 2013

My heart is broken knowing you will no longer be around. Such an amazing father and an amazing person. You were a man of integrity and honesty. When you spoke people listened. I find comfort knowing your legacy will live on with Antonio Jr. You will never be forgotten my friend. I have many wonderful memories to reflect on, and will always keep you alive in my heart. I love you my friend.

With all my heart,
Sarah Alden

July 29, 2013

Carnal you will be missed thanks for being a great friend. God bless your family and we love you Brother Tono.

Ramon and Julie Selina and Lil Ramon Jaramillo

Ramon Jaramillo

July 29, 2013

Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beloved son. We wish you and your family everlasting memories, peaceful reflection and strength.

We sincerely appreciate the privilege you allowed us to care for Antonio, and we hope that the confidence you placed in us is deserving of your trust.

With Warm Regards,
Norbert, Patricia & Ray Baldonado and Staff

July 26, 2013

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