Las Cruces, New Mexico
Jul 29, 1938 – Aug 17, 2018 (Age 80)
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, FELIX D. BEJARANO, age 80, on Friday, August 17, 2018. Felix better known by his family and friends as "Mr. B" passed away at his Anthony home surrounded by his immediate family. Felix was born July 29, 1938 in La Union to Cruz and Vicenta Duran Bejarano. He was a cherished member of the Anthony community and surrounding area having served as a social worker for the State Welfare Office for 30 years and La Clinica de Familia in Anthony for seven. He and his wife owned a local income tax service, Amigos Bookkeeping and Income Tax Service for 32 years. Felix was a proud NMSU alumnae. He served his country honorably in the United States Air Force.
Those left to mourn his passing include his wife of 54 years, Elvira Escajeda Bejarano of the family home; two daughters, Debbie Bejarano-Pastran (Richard) and Cynthia Bejarano (Jeff Shepherd); three grandchildren, Daniel and Santana Pastran, and Joaquin Bejarano-Shepherd; six brothers, Ricardo Bejarano, Antonio Bejarano, Roberto Bejarano, Ruben Bejarano, Jose Bejarano and Refugio Bejarano; and seven sisters, Alicia Silva, Mercy Arellano, Gloria Chavez, Cruzita Gomez, Apolonia Ramirez, Rosa Ruiz and Annie Tolhurst. Felix was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Genaro Bejarano.
Visitation will begin at 6 PM Friday, August 24, 2018 in St. Anthony Catholic Church, 224 Lincoln Street in Anthony where the Prayer Vigil is scheduled for 7 PM. Family and Friends will join together to celebrate the Funeral Mass at 10 AM Saturday, August 25, 2018 in the same church with the Reverend Enrique Lopez-Escalera, Celebrant. The Rite of Committal and Internment will follow in the Anthony Cemetery where he will be laid to rest. Military Honors will be accorded by the Holloman Air Force Base Steel Talons Honor Guard.
Serving as casket bearers will be Richard Pastran, Jeffrey Shepherd, Daniel Pastran, Joaquin Bejarano-Shepherd, Antonio Bejarano, Eugenio Escajeda, Francisco Bejarano, Jose Luis Arellano, and Javier Avalos. Honorary bearers will be Roberto Bejarano, Ricardo Bejarano, Bobby Fresquez, and Armando Anchondo.
The Bejarano Family has entrusted their loved one to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels of Las Cruces, 300 E. Boutz Road, 527-2222 Your exclusive providers for "Veterans and Family Memorial Care." For online condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com
I am so sorry to hear about Felix's passing. My heart goes out to all the family. Bless you all!
Candis Stern
September 28, 2018 | Las Cruces, NM
Mrs. Bejarano and family, may the love of God be with you during these sad times. May you feel Gods's comfort and strength. Felix will always be remembered. He was a wonderful co-worker. My sincere condolences to all of you.
Patricia Garibay
September 06, 2018 | Mesilla Park, NM
My condolences to the Bejarano family he will be missed
Lupe Jimenez
August 31, 2018 | Las Cruces, NM
Cynthia and family, my sincere condolences for your loss! My prayers and thoughts are with you
Stephanie Martinez
August 30, 2018 | Las Cruces, NM
Estimada Cynthia, Jeff, Debbie, Sra. Bejarano, y Familia, my sincerest condolences on the passing of Sr. Bejarano. I was sad to learn of his passing. He truly was a cherished member of the Anthony and NMSU community. I am grateful to have met him years ago when we honored Cynthia at NMSU. His legacy will continue with his beautiful children and grandchildren. May Sr. Bejarano rest in peace with our Lord Jesus!
Christina Chavez Kelley
August 27, 2018 | Las Cruces, NM
Sorry to learn of Felix's passing. Our condolences to the Bejarano family.
Louis and Nora Corpening
August 26, 2018 | Las Cruces, NM
Elvira and family,Our deepest condolences to the family.May he Rest in Peace
Arturo and Maria E. Sanchez
August 25, 2018 | Covina, CA
Debbie and Cindy , The grief of losing your previous father must be so difficult. He was a gentle spirited man who loved God. He ( and your mom) was a dear friend to my mother and father and they always enjoyed the meals shared and the wonderful conversations in these later years. I know your dad will be at your side as you move forward in life. Cherish the memories. May God bless his soul and comfort you and your mother during this difficult time.
Jay Gonzalez
August 25, 2018
My condolences to Debbie & Cynthia & your mom Elvira, your family are in our prayers in your time of grief, love & prayers
Dorothy (Martinez) Sapata
August 24, 2018 | Goodyear, AZ