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BRYAN CARL VARELA 53, resident of Santa Fe, passed away Monday morning, June 17 2013 following an extended illness. Bryan is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Louis and Lucy Encinias; paternal grandparents, Frank and Maria Varela; aunt, Fabbie Encinias; brother, Bert Varela; and brother-in-law, Andrew Hill. He is survived by his wife, Gretchen Varela; his son, Bryan Kyle Varela, both of Santa Fe; his two daughters, Candice Varela-Flores (James) of Belen and Samantha Padilla (Andres) of Albuquerque; parents, Albert and Connie Varela of Santa Fe; sister, Laura Schwebach (Doug) of Albuquerque; brother, Dale Varela (Joyce) of Santa Fe; grandsons: Tanner, Gavin, and Caden Flores of Belen; mother-in-law, Edith Hill of Santa Fe; sisters-in-law: Karen Copeland (Robert), Kathleen Cass (Lee), all of Santa Fe, Kimberly Hill Vose (John) of Seattle, and Karolyn Selleck of Belen. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews and numerous friends. Bryan was born July 27, 1959 in Pecos, the son of Albert and Connie Varela. He graduated from Grants High School in 1977. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, and coaching basketball, and will be remembered for being friendly and outgoing. Bryan worked as a surveyor for the State of New Mexico. He and Gretchen were married in Santa Fe in January of 1996. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. Friday, June 21, 2013 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Pecos, where a Rosary will be recited at 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11 a.m. at St. Anthony's Parish Church in Pecos. Interment will follow at Pecos Cemetery. Pallbearers will include: Bryan Kyle Varela, Dale H. Varela, Alec Urioste, Anthony Garcia, Patrick Ortiz, Maury Varela, and Frankie Varela. Serving as Honorary Pallbearers will be: Doug Schwebach, Laura Schwebach, Justin Jacoby, Candice Varela-Flores, Joyce Varela, Samantha Padilla, Karen Copeland, Danielle Varela, Reiannah Varela and Kathleen Cass. Rivera Family Funerals and Cremations 417 East Rodeo Rd. Santa Fe, NM 87505 Phone: (505) 989-7032 Fax: (505) 820-0435 santafefuneraloption.com
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B.V. We shared some great times in high school, you showed and taught me how to be a good point guard as you were one of the best to play at Grants high school. May God Bless you and your family. J.C.
John Chavez
December 3, 2013
To the varela Family, I am saddened to find out of Bryan's passing. We were school buds, basketball buddies at Grants High School and part of the "Chaco Boyz" in Grants. Peace be with you my brother.
Scott Bannerman
November 19, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Varela family.Bryan's smile, laughter, kindness will never be forgotten.
I met Flyin Byran at SFCC Fitness and once he told me he was from Pecos we got along and talked about family & friends from Pecos
Thanks for the many talks and for your friendship Bryan... Fly to the angels my friend until we meet again..
Joe Vigil
June 24, 2013
I am so Sorry for your loss. Byan was an amazing person with a wonderful and lighthearted personalilty. I remember Bryan in high School, He was very popular and well loved. He will be missed. Blessing to the family. Alene Joyner (Sprunk)
Alene Joyner
June 23, 2013
We will always treasure Bryan's smile, laughter, kindness, and joy. I will truly miss talking to Bryan. We grew up so close (like my brother)and I feel so blessed to that he was a big part of my life. Our deepest sympathy, may the Lord Bless and comfort the family. With all our love: Jackie, Ronnie, Katelyn, and Shannon
June 20, 2013
Always a great person always encourages everyone to be the best.Great friend , rest in peace my brother
Terry Montano
June 20, 2013
My Dearest Bryanito, your fight is over. You are at peace now. You are our angel in heaven looking down upon us. Aaron will always treasure the "high five and knuckles" you gave him the day before you left us. He knows it took a lot out of you to be able to sit up and acknowledge his baseball game. Thank you for the wonderful memories we have of you when we were growing up, our family gatherings and all the times you lit up our lives with your big beautiful smile, always acknowledging your familia and knowing that this is what was most important to you. Vaya con Dios "Bryan Carl Varela de Pecos". Until we meet again. Love you lots! David, Darlene and Aaron Ortiz
June 20, 2013
REST IN PEACE SWEET BRYAN. WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOUR HAPPY AND JOYOUS SMILE. THOUUGHTS AND PRAYERS AND LOVE TO ALL THE VARELA FAMILY
DANNY & COLLEEN ORTIZ
June 20, 2013
SADDEN BY BRYAN PASSING GOD BLESS THE VARELA FAMILY. ALEN & SANDRA VALENCIA ALBQ NM
ALEN VALENCIA
June 20, 2013
We will always remember your humor We will miss you always. Thinking of all of you.
Clarissa,Luis,Monique,Patricia Ortiz-Novella
June 19, 2013
Brayan we will definetly miss you.
My prayers are with you as I have no words to express the great sorrow you feel. May GOD bless you.Love Gloria and Joseph
Joseph,Gloria Ortiz
June 19, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
June 19, 2013
Gretchen, Kyle, Uncle Dale and the Varela family, May God Bless you all during this difficult time. Bryan was a wonderful person with a big heart. May his journey to the Lord be beautiful and may he rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you always.
If I can help with anything please let me know.
Love Always
Elora & Family
Elora Romero
June 19, 2013
So saddened to hear of the loss of Bryan. Our condolences to the Varela family during this difficult time. Bryan was a great friend and he will me missed.
George & Terry Vigil
June 19, 2013
"Flying Bryan ain't lying no denying, just keep on trying" I would like to express the legend of joy and laughter and not to leave out linguistics my friend Bryan brought into my life. Bryan worked hard and played hard, he lived life to it's fullest and loved life and love his family and friends. May God bless each and everyone of his family and friends. God Bless "Bryan Carl Varela de Pecos".
George "Rudy" Gurule
June 19, 2013
God Bless you Bryan in your wonderful journey with the Lord,and may you rest in eternal peace
l t
June 19, 2013
Always in Our Hearts and Minds..Bryan will be dearly missed by us. All our love and prayers to the Varela family.
Joseph and Kymberly Ortiz
June 19, 2013
God Bless you in your wonderful journey with the Lord,and may you rest in eternal Peace.
Anonymous Anonymous
June 19, 2013
God Bless you Bryan in your wonderful journey with the Lord and may you rest in Peace.
anonymous anonymous
June 19, 2013
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