John Castellano, 78, a lifetime resident of Las Vegas, NM, passed away on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, in Las Vegas, NM.

He was born on March 23, 1945, to Juan Vigil and Frances Carrillo in Las Vegas, NM.

John was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church.

John and Grace were united in marriage on August 28, 1971, in Las Vegas, NM.

He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend.

He enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, watching baseball and spending time with family and friends.

He owned a successful business (Voda's Auto Parts) for over 30 plus years.

He is preceded in death by his parents Juan B. Vigil and Frances Carrillo, uncle and aunt Max and Maggie Castellano, loving wife Grace Castellano, oldest daughter and son-in-law Monica and Joe Tapia.

He is survived by his daughter Francine Marquez (Will), brothers Rudy Vigil (Nancy) and Joe Castellano. Grandchildren Nick Tapia, DeAna Marquez and Serena Tapia. Great-grandchildren Josiah, Teyanna, and Ayanna. Numerous nieces and nephews, other relatives, and special friend Joann Cruz.

Funeral Mass for John will be conducted on Monday, November 27, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Las Vegas, NM.

Cremation has taken place.

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.

Please visit our online website www.rogersmortuarynm.com to sign the online register book.