Ruben Paul Romero

(March 5, 1959 – September 20, 2022)

We are sad to announce the passing of Ruben Romero (63) on Tuesday September 20, 2022 in Las Vegas, NM.

Ruben was an exceptional man. He had a strong character and a welcoming heart. He was a generous man, always lending a helping hand to those in need. Ruben truly loved and respected the wilderness and wildlife. He always enjoyed being outdoors whether it was at the Ranch or out in the mountains of Colorado during his years with the Forestry Service. He enjoyed going hunting every year for deer and made some of the best Carne Seca. While growing up he spent many seasons out at the rodeo roping, riding broncos, and more with his family. He excelled at wrestling while attending Robertson High School becoming the first State Champion at the school, two years in a row. He was a jokester and prankster with his friends and family, throughout his life he was usually up to something. He had a great sense of humor, and a youthful soul. He raised his daughters and was the best dad they could ever ask for, always taking them to the ranch, or playing rodeo with them, or video games.Ruben couldn't be happier than the day he became a grandfather. He really cherished the time he spent with his grandsons. He worked for Diamond Pro Pest Control for the past 22 years, making him a local celebrity in town. Ruben was also a dedicated son to his parents, assisting them with whatever they wanted or needed. He was a good man, a trusted friend, a kind brother, a devoted son, a kindhearted uncle, a caring partner, and a wonderful father and grandfather. He will be sorely missed, heaven is blessed to have received a man so loving.

Ruben was born in Las Vegas, NM to Margarito Romero and Reyna Gonzales. He is preceded in death by his parents Margarito and Reyna Romero, his daughter Olivia Romero, brother Roger Romero, sister in-law Helen Romero and Godson Ricardo D'Avila.

Ruben is survived by his daughter Estrellita Romero (Jon), his grandsons Ricky Romero and Ruben Garcia, his partner Veronica Lujan of Las Vegas, NM and her daughters Vanessa Jimenez and Chavela Montoya, his sisters Darlene Tapia (Joe), Aylene Griego (Joseph) all of Las Vegas, NM, close cousin Vernell Sena (Dolores), mother of his daughters Estrella Gallegos, his uncles Benito Romero, Secundino Romero both of Pueblo Colorado, Aunt Mona Armenta (Andy), of Reno, NV, Aunt Evean Gonzales, Godchildren Francisco Griego, Micah Tapia, and Ruben Garcia, nephews and nieces Matthew Tapia (Amanda), Tim Tapia (Kristie), Diego Romero (Joyce), Marissa Vigil (Nick), Jesse Lee Romero (Bernice), Mario Romero (Brandi), Nikki Garcia (Tori), Francisco Griego, Great-Nieces and Nephews: Denicia, Josiah, Awnika, Micah, Isabella, Kaylee, Ryan, Haylie, Emma, Brittany, Elisia, Justin, Jazmine, Destiny, Loyalty and numerous other relatives and many friends and his dog/best friend Loki.

Public viewing will be Monday September 26,2022 from 2-5 p.m. at Rogers Mortuary Chapel

Rosary will be recited on Wednesday September 28, 2022 at 7 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Church in Las Vegas, NM.

Funeral Mass will be conducted on Thursday September 29, 2022 at 9 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church with Father George V. Salazar as Celebrant.

Interment will be at a later date. Cremation has taken place.