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Obituary For Eloy D. "Pookie" Armijo
Eloy D. Armijo “Pookie”, 59, a resident of Truth or Consequences passed away peacefully Saturday, April 24, 2021, in Albuquerque, NM. Eloy was born in Truth or Consequences, NM on November 2, 1961 to Alfredo (Telles) Armijo and Lola Pacheco. He was a proud member of the Army National Guard from 1978-1999 retiring after his 20-year service. He attended WNMU and then NMSU to reach his goal of obtaining his Bachelor of Science-Geography in May of 2010. Through the years he has worked for the Bureau of Reclamation, Leacom Cable, Post-Newsweek, City of T. or C. 1994-1998, and Sierra County 1998-2021. From 1986-1994 he lived in Rio Rancho NM, where he discovered his love for Mariachi, music playing in multiple conferences. He also enjoyed playing racquetball. He loved music, and his time playing with the Silver Bullet Band at the Pineknot Saloon. He was always up for a good jam session with Tudy. He enjoyed traveling with his wife, daughter, and friends, living his life to the fullest with the ones he loved. He was the life of the party and a jack of all trades, a devoted family man and public servant. He was the youngest of his siblings - Viola, Lydia, Gene, Olga, Lucy and Dolly. He loved his parents, Alfred and Lola, and missed them dearly. Eloy loved to cook on his disco making his famous green chile cheeseburgers for Angela and bacon for Elaine, and his amazing Machaca. He would never shy away to tell anyone how to make their nachos, and when he got them, it would always be “It’ll do”. He loved to make chile rellenos, Lola’s red chile and roast his green chile. Always up for anything and any adventure, he always loved exploring and learning everything. Never knew a stranger and always willing to give a helping hand. The jokester, sentimental and loving man. Always looking to lift people up and encourage their dreams and goals. He is survived by his wife and high school sweetheart, Elaine “Lala” Chavez, partner of 44 years; his daughter, Angela “Bebe”; his siblings Lydia Torres, Gene Armijo, Olga Armijo, as well as, his wife’s siblings – Joann (Lorenzo) Gonzalez, Patsy (Tudy) Romero, Linda (Jim) Knull, Eloy (Katie) Chavez, Freda (Jerry) Wightman, and Donna (Marvin) Weddle; and his extended family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Alfred and Lola; his siblings - Viola Lockhardt, Lucy Lamson, Dolly Hidalgo, and Richard Chavez; and by his fur babies - Simba, Chief and Silver Bullet. Please join us in celebrating his life on Saturday, May 1, 2021, at 2:00 P.M. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church with Rev. Michael Williams officiating. Interment will follow at the Hot Springs Cemetery. Serving as Pallbearers will be Tudy Romero Sr., Tudy Romero Jr., Ricky Armijo, Jason Garcia, Bobby Tarín, and George “Slicks” Chavez. Serving as Honorary Pallbearers will be Pat Monson, Edmund Widner, Marvin Weddle and Cris Armijo.
"Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free, I’m following the path God laid for me. I took His hand when I heard Him call, I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day, to laugh, To love, to work or play. Tasks undone must stay that way I’ve found that peace at the close of the day. If parting has left a void, Then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, Ah, yes, these things I too will miss. Be not burdened with times of sorrow I wish for you the sunshine of tomorrow. My life’s been full, I savoured much Good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch. Perhaps my time seemed all too brief, Don’t lengthen it now with undue grief. Lift up your hearts and share with me, God wants me now, He set me free. Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free, I’m following the path God laid for me. I took His hand when I heard Him call, I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day, to laugh, To love, to work or play. Tasks undone must stay that way I’ve found that peace at the close of the day. If parting has left a void, Then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, Ah, yes, these things I too will miss. Be not burdened with times of sorrow I wish for you the sunshine of tomorrow. My life’s been full, I savoured much Good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch. Perhaps my time seemed all too brief, Don’t lengthen it now with undue grief. Lift up your hearts and share with me, God wants me now, He set me free."
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RIP Eloy, you will be greatly missed. Love and prayers to Elaine and Angela and the family. You're gone too soon, but you will live on in the hearts of the many that you have touched. ♥️🙏🏼
The GIS Affiliate of the New Mexico Counties are Heartbroken upon hearing about Eloy. He was a valued member and a strong voice in our group. He will be greatly missed as we go on. We are thankful for him being in our lives and he will forever be remembered.
Elaine and Angela, I wish there were words that could take away your pain and sorrow. Just know that we are praying for you. RIP Eloy! Herman and Maria
I am so sorry for the loss of Pookie. He will be missed by many as he was loved by many. A good man gone from you but will be waiting to reunite someday. I'm sorry, Elaine, may God comfort you during this time. Memories of him will always be with us. Barbara Garcia & Craig
Elaine, My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. My God grant you strength through this difficult time. Remember that the Ben Archer Family is here to help in any way we can. Love Mary Alice Garay
My heart hurts for you Elaine. It's devastating to lose your life's partner, but doubly so at such a young age. My deepest condolences to Elaine, Angela and your families. Karen Rix
To our cousin Eloys family from your cousin Lou Armijo and our family. With our deepest sympathy and our love you will be greatly missed. May your guitar gently weep as your legend in the music lives on. Love you all primos
A great man has found his wings🙏 I considered you a true friend, since I can remember... You will be greatly missed by so many. Rest in peace my friend 🙏🥀❤ Lori Rizor ~
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Gone too soon. Norma Sosko and Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you Elaine and Angela. My he rest in piece and fly high high. Monica (Lopez) Ludlow and family
Eloy although we all drifted in all directions We are Family and When we were younger I remember just that ! I remember Geno and you making me and Barbara laugh so hard ! I remember you playing in this band , football with my brother ! I remember all your invites to your Matanza's and how you and Elaine would dance so cute together! RIP cousin Now you can hang out with Nestor and my dad your dad and Mom and the list goes on ! We lost the both of you way to soon ! I will continue to pray for your family .. My heart is broken for them and everyone around ! You were a good man and I was very Proud of you and Your family ! Your daughter is just like you and that's the best ! RIP my friend and Familia ♥️
Such a cool guy and we lost him way too soon. Rest In Peace, sir.
Sending all of our love and sympathy during this time. May God hold you in the palm of His hand and comfort you every day until you meet with Eloy again. Love Benjamin 'Shag' and Rachael Garcia
Rest easy "Guitar Man". May you be entertaining the Angel's in heaven. No goodbyes just catch you later on the other side. Godspeed Pookie. My heart hurts for you Angela and Elaine. May God comfort you during this most difficult time. Love and prayers your way.
Barbara Gomez Las Cruces NM
SO LONG ELOY KEN
SO LONG ELOY...........KEN.
My sincerest condolences to Eloy's family. The death of a loved one can sometimes feel much like an amputation. We care so much we feel as though we will bleed to death from the pain of it. The reality is that some will grieve forever. We don't simply 'get over' the loss of a loved one, we learn to live with their absence. You will heal and rebuild your lives around the loss you have suffered. You will be whole again, but your lives will never be the same. May God wrap you in His arms and walk with you through this journey. And may the beautiful words in Eloy's obituary comfort you: "Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free, I'm following the path God laid for me." – Viola (Sedillo) Castelazo
Eloy Armijo was a great man and friend was there when I needed him in my life. ALWAYS welcomed me to his house as a brother. I will miss him alot and he really cared about others. Rest in peace my friend and fly high with the Angels.
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