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O. Jerome "Jerry" Bustos
1957 - 2019
O. Jerome "Jerry" Bustos
1957 - 2019
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BORN
1957
DIED
2019
O. Bustos Obituary
Las Cruces - Age 62, entered eternal life on Sunday, May 12, 2019 at Las Palmas Medical Center in El Paso, TX surrounded by his loving family. He was born April 25, 1957 in Chula Vista, CA. to Orlando and Lupe Sanchez Bustos. "Jerry", as he was fondly known to family and friends, served his country honorably in the United States Marine Corps. He was an avid hiker, walker and swimmer, and was a member of the Roman Catholic Church.
Survivors include his father, Orlando Bustos of the family home; two brothers, Richard Bustos, Donald Bustos and wife, Angie; a sister, Sandy Bustos all of Las Cruces. Other survivors include a niece, Audriana Bustos; two nephews, Derrick and Anthony Bustos; a great-nephew, Nolan Bustos. Jerry was preceded in death by his mother, Lupe Sanchez Bustos on August 1, 2017, his maternal grandparents, Rogelio and Alejandrina Sanchez and paternal grandparents, Leonardo and Baselisa Bustos.
At his request cremation has taken place and Recitation of the Holy Rosary will be held at 7 PM Tuesday, May 28, 2019 at Baca's Funeral Chapel, 300 E. Boutz Road, with Deacon Leonel Briseno officiating. A Memorial Mass will be held in Cebolla, NM at a later date, as well as inurnment of cremains at a site yet to be determined.
Service arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels of Las Cruces and Sunset Crematory 527-2222. Your exclusive providers for "Veterans and Family Memorial Care". For online condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com
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Sandy Bustos
July 27, 2020
A bit more than a year later...I pray and think about you everyday. I hope you are enjoying mom's company. I still miss you very much. Until we are all reunited once again.
Charles Gonzales
June 26, 2019
I just couldn't believe this... my brother Paul told me that Jerry passed away, he heard it from some one else.? I met Jerry at Lynn Jr. High, we were good friends 'till I got married and left NMSU. We lost touch...the last time I saw him a few years ago, we ran into each other at Tom Youngs, sitting in the hot tub...my heart goes out to his family, Sandy, Richard, Donald...sorry for your loss.
June 11, 2019
My dear precious nephew. It is with deep sadness that my family and I learned of your passing. I still remember you as a baby since you and my son were born only one month apart.. Playing with our babies was mine and your mama's pride and joy. Hard to believe that you are now gone with all the angels in paradise. They have so much to learn from you as we all did. VAYA con DIOS, my hito.
Joyce & James Ramon Langhorst
June 1, 2019
Jerry, my dear nephew, you were so smart, so intelligent, and, a funny guy. Your Mom, Lupe, my sister, wants you with her right by our Lord Jesus Christ, not to mention with all of our departed family who beat us there. I love you and take care of my sister like you did when she was ill here on earth. I thank God he gave you to us to be part of my family.+Peace+
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Barbara Gomez
May 31, 2019
My condolences to the Bustos Family. Donald and family you are in my prayers and Godspeed to your dear brother.Barbara Gomez
Art Gutierrez
May 30, 2019
Mr. Bustos, Tumbleweeds, La Familia, and friends. I look forward to seeing Jerry again! We grew up as neighbors since we could walk. He was my side-kick. He would always dare me. Luckily I never got hurt, well, sometimes. He got me into wrestling, football, and contact sports. He went Marine, I went Army. I couldn't keep up with him. None-the-less, he helped inspire my career growing up. He looks the same way as I remember him. Thank-You for Serving Our Country!
Mocco Man
May 30, 2019
When someone we love falls asleep in death the memories we have of them become our treasure. May these cherished memories of a life well lived and God's promise at (John 6:40) bring you a measure of comfort. My deepest sympathy.
steve heredia
May 29, 2019
My condolences to Jerry's family. Jerry and I went to school together and hung out through out most of our high school years. He was the brains of our little group of friends. Rest in peace my friend! Steve Heredia
Sandy Bustos
May 29, 2019
Jerry, as the oldest sibling, you took on the role as protector. You protected me, often, as well as others. This was mentioned last night at your rosary. You touched numerous lives and you will be dearly missed. There are so many memories of which you are part of, I wish you were still here to make more. I have missed you since you went to join mom. I will see you again when I am called home. Love you always.
May 26, 2019
Our deepest condolences to the Bustos family. Jerry was a great friend of mine and he will be missed. I will always remember the awesome moments we had in the '80's and early 90's. Semper Fidelis and rest in peace, Marine. Sincerely, Victor and Bernice Eres
Ralph & Sandra Alvillar
May 26, 2019
Jerry was a good friend of mine, and I will truly miss him. We went to school together, played together, worked together, and even partied together! He was an intelligent man and extremely wity. May the Lord send the Holy Spirit to bring comfort and peace to the family in Jesus name. God Bless
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