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Mary Valles Obituary
Las Cruces - MARY ISABEL TRUJILLO VALLES, of Las Cruces, passed away on Saturday July 11, 2020 at her home. Mary "Chubby" was born in Mesilla, on May 3, 1942 to Johnny G. and Florencia Lucero Trujillo. She grew up in Mesilla, and graduated from Las Cruces High School went straight to work for Mountain Bell where she worked until her retirement it was US West. She also worked at Memorial General Hospital. Growing up Mary, sang with her brothers with the Midnights' her favorite song to sing was 1000 stars she played the alto saxophone was a drum majorette for LCHS. Music was a large part of her life
She was an amazing daughter, sister, friend and especially mother to her four boys. She was professional at work but an amazing mom at home. And an amazing cook and making fresh tortillas daily. She is survived by her husband Jim Valles; brothers, Danny Trujillo (Linda) Rudy Trujillo (Olga) and Jaime Trujillo; her four sons, Robert Sean Gonzales, Jon Joseph Gonzales, Sal Lopez (Christina) and James Xavier Lopez, (Stormy Guzman) and her grandchildren, Cypriana, Dominic, James "Boogie" and Juneveah Lopez. Mary is preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Lawrence and Johnny L. Trujillo.
Due to the Covid-19 restrictions, capacity of attendees will be limited and please wear your masks. Recitation of the Holy Rosary will begin at 10 AM Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at the Basilica of San Albino, 2070 Calle de Santiago in Mesilla where the Memorial Mass will be celebrated immediately thereafter. Inurnment of cremains will take place at San Albino Cemetery.
Honorary bearers will her sons Robert, Jon, Sal and James as well as her nephews, Michael and Richard Trujillo; Steve Pena, Rudy "Diggy" Trujillo, Denise Trujillo and Jacob Trujillo.
Special Thank you to Aleisha "Sissy" Reed for the amazing care you showed to our mother, Mesilla Valley Hospice for making this easier for our mother and our family and Facebook Group, Dementia Caregiver Support Group for all your great advice and help. God Bless you all. You all helped make our mother happy cared for and kept at home so that we could be with her in her last days.
Service arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapel of Las Cruces and Sunset Crematory, 300 E. Boutz Road, 527-2222. Your exclusive provider for "Veterans and Family Memorial Care." For online condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com
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Joe & Josie DiMatteo
July 22, 2020
Our most sincere condolences to the Trujillo family for your loss. During the 60's, the local bands were going strong. Chubby's dad was our band manager, so we were at her house often. We all grew up together.
Yolanda TELLES-Giles
July 21, 2020
She was such a fun big sister as a neighbor. I grew up around the Trujillo Family and were like family to my family. Enjoyed hang out with her and her friend Ramona.
I just saw the notice of her passing and was heart broken.
My sincere sorrow to all for your loss. I pray for your comfort, peace, courage at this sad time.
Yolanda I Telles-Giles, back in Mesilla.
Bobby Banegas
July 21, 2020
Our most sincere and heartfelt condolences to Jimmy Valles and the Trujillo family for the passing of our beloved Isabel. She indeed was an Angel. Regards, Bobby Banegas and Donna, & Russell Bamert and Lily.
LEE @ OLIVIA MEDINA
July 21, 2020
MAY OUR GOOD LORD WELCOME CHUBBY INTO HIS HEAVENLY KINGDOM WITH OPEN ARMS, SIT ER AT THE RIGHT HAND OF THE FATHER AND ALLOW HER A PEACEFUL JOYFUL PERPETUAL ETERNAL LIFE. GOD BESS HER FOREVER AND EVER.
Tony Avalos
July 20, 2020
Our most deepest and sincere condolences to the Trujillo family and Chubbys family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We ask our Lord to give you understanding and strength during these difficult times. God Bless, from Tony and Pat Avalos n family.
Tom and Nancy Serna
July 20, 2020
Our deepest condolences to the family, may the memories she's left you carry you through the difficult days ahead, sending love and prayers.
Yolanda Knodle
July 20, 2020
I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom. May she Rest In Peace I have good memories of her in our younger years. Condolences to all the Family.
rachel rivera
July 19, 2020
My heartfelt condolences to Jimmy and the Trujillo family. RIP Chubby.
LEE @ OLIVIA MEDINA
July 19, 2020
OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO CHUBBY'S FAMILY IN THE LOSS OF THEIR LOVE ONE MARY ( CHUBBY ) MAY OUR GOOD LORD WELCOME HER INTO HIS HEAVENLY KINGDOM WITH OPEN ARMS, SIT HER AT THE RIGHT HAND OF THE FATHER AND ALLOW HER A JOYFUL PERPETUAL ETERNAL LIFE. GOD BLESS HER FOREVER AND EVER.
Shelly Wallace
July 19, 2020
Im so sorry to hear of your beloved sisters passing!! My thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Pat Mendoza
July 19, 2020
Sad to hear of Mary passing, my condolence to the family. pat mendoza
Armando & Velia Reyes
July 19, 2020
To the Family of Chubby..... we are so sorry to hear about the passing of Chubby. May she Rest In Peace. May God give all of you peace and comfort for the coming days knowing she is no longer suffering. Our prayers for all of you. Gods blessings.
Curtis Aguino
July 19, 2020
My sincere condolences to all of you, so sorry for your loss you are all in my prayers. May our Dear Lord guide you during your time of heartbreak, Amen
Barbara Trujillo
July 19, 2020
My deepest condolences to you and your family, Jon may God give you the strength you need at this time to heal your broken heart, just know your mom is so proud of you, you are an amazing son always putting your mom first. May she RIP and fly high with the Angel's. Just know she will always be your Guardian Angel. Love and prayers send your way. ❤❤
M. Tito and Eva Hinojosa
July 19, 2020
Our Deepest Condolences to the Valles and Trujillo Family on the passing of Mary. God's Blessings to all of you.
Ramona Kieschnick Boles
July 19, 2020
I'm so sorry for your loss, your mother was loving and kind. My condolences to the family. May She Rest In Peace!
Janel Matta
July 18, 2020
My Condolences to the family. Chubs and I shared lots of memories mostly funny and some sad, I will forever carry them close to my heart ❤. Its time for you to fly mom fly high, and pain free. May god bless you and may you Rest In Peace. We will meet again so until then Ill see you later!!
Stay Strong Cuz youll live long ****!!
Always Janel Cardon-Matta ❤❤❤
Janel Matta
July 18, 2020
My Condolences to the Family, Chubs and I have a lot of Great memories a lot of Funny ones and some sad ones. I will hold them all close to my heart! Its your time to fly mom and be pain free. One day we shall meet again so until then god bless you and I will see you later!!
Stay Strong Cuz Youll live long *****!!
Janel Cardon-Matta ❤❤❤
Fred Lucero
July 18, 2020
My deepest condolences to Marys family, Mary was a Great friend and fun to be around her in the good old days at MMC. May the LORD or GOD give you all strength and PEACE. Light and LOVE to all her family. Fred Lucero and family.
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