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Patrick Trujillo Obituary
60 years old, beloved son, special nephew, and friend passed away in his sleep on Saturday November 7, 2020 in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Pat was a graduate of NMMI, he was an outstanding artist, fine wood worker, metal machinist, leather worker, and caregiver. He is responsible for the design and carving of the Governor's desk in New Mexico. He loved the outdoors he was an avid horseman, hunter with bow and arrow, tracker, and fisherman.
Pat is survived by his Uncle Tony, Aunt Lu, and Cousin Anthony Galez, and his significant other Katharine Menton.
There were two organizations Pat was passionate about helping. He was a director on the Board of Directors of the IHS Recovery Program, for recovery from active addiction. Pat also spent many many hours volunteering at the food depot.
In lieu of flowers, Pat would appreciate donations be sent to either IHS Recovery at IHSrecovery.org or PO Box 4144 Santa Fe, NM 87502 or Santa Fe Food Depot at thefooddepot.org or 1222 Siler Rd. Santa Fe, NM 87507.
Pat's wishes are that we honor the CDC guidelines and not have a service at this time.
Rivera Family Funerals
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Santa Fe, NM 87505
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Memories and Condolences
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Anne Romig
November 16, 2020
Loving condolences to Katharine, Tony and Lu. The community of Santa Fe has lost a passionate advocate who gave from his heart every day to its most needy, helping those who struggle with addiction and those facing food insecurity. He was adored by his mother and took loving care of her for many years; no one could have been more proud of their son than she. Ever so humble in his life’s work, Patrick’s artistic creations have served the most powerful. Each NM Governor since Bruce King has sat at the wooden desk carved by Patrick. Santa Fe Community College students have all stood at the imposing Administrative desk carved by Patrick as they begin navigation of their educational journey. Patrick believed in new beginnings, and devoted his life to helping others begin theirs. We have lost a compassionate giver to this world, as he now joins his mother in a better place.
Lisa Clark
November 15, 2020
A mentor to so many struggling in the recovery community and me personally. A bright light of optimism and a whirlwind of energy wrapped up in a cloak of knowledge. Thank you Pat.
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