Keith James Villanueva

Keith James Villanueva, born on July 26, 1990, in Sacramento, California. A lifelong resident of Ribera, NM, he was a Son, brother, nephew, grandson, and friend. To some he was known as "Guerro, Skip, and to some Micklo" has gained his wings and called home by our Lord.

He graduated from Pecos High School in 2008 and wanted to pursue Culinary Arts. He was always smiling, making jokes, and always willing to help anyone he could; even if it meant the shirt off his back. HIs smile was contagious and mischievous, beach blonde hair, and the most beautiful blue eyes. He was not the materialistic type. He loved to camp, fish, cook, and tried every sport he could from baseball, basketball, football, pool, foosball, and golf. He was extremely curious about how things worked; taking things part only to never be put back together. He was always trying to make people laugh, especially when he had a witty comeback.

He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Florian and Petrita Villanueva; paternal Uncles, Piedad and Leroy Villanueva (Padrino); Uncles, David Quintana, Joe Jaramillo, and Raymond Aragon; Maternal Grandparents Joe and Evelyn Rivera; Maternal Uncles, Eddie Rivera, Phil Padilla, and Pat Sanchez; Aunts, Arabella Padilla and Eloisa Villas; Cousin, Orlando A. Romero; and a half-brother.

He is survived by his parents James and Olympia Villanueva; sister, Michelle Villanueva; brother, Darren Villanueva (Lori); brother, Phillip Sena; Nephews, Brandon, Angel, Eric, Ray, Jayden, and Noah; Niece, Amayah. Paternal Aunts, Margaret, Lucille, Dolores, Alice, Lorella (Mark), and Liz (Lou); Paternal Uncle, Rudy (Eva). Maternal Aunt, Darlene (Jeff); Uncle, Clyde Sanchez, Mary Lou (Jerry), Confe (Dale); Aunt, Mary Sanchez, Minnie Rivera, Uncle/Padrino Richard Sanchez (Gloria). He also leaves behind 3 special friends- childhood best friend Rayna Gallegos, a special love for Destiny Gonzales, and Nina Grostette who was like a sister. Many other cousins, and extended family that ranged from one side of the country to the other.

My brother although his life cut short we know he is at peace and watching over us. He will forever be with us. Please share your memories with us of him.

A rosary will be conducted at 9:30 am on December 2, 2025 at the San Miguel Del Vado Church, Funeral Mass to follow. Burial will be at the Villanueva Family Cemetery in Villanueva.

Serving as Pallbearers will be his parents James and Olympia, brother Darren, sister Michelle, and nephews Angel and Brandon. Honorary Pallbearers will be his remaining family members.

Arrangements are entrusted to and under the care of Rogers Mortuary, 600 Reynolds Ave., Las Vegas, NM 87701, 505-425-3511 or 1-800-479-3511.

If sending the family a sympathy card via our online service you may mail the card directly to the family by clicking "Send to Family Address".