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Viola C. Roybal

Viola C. Roybal

March 10th, 1927 - December 16th, 2017

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Viola Roybal – Age 90 went to her heavenly home on Saturday, December 16, surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband: Jose Eliu Roybal; parents: Rosana and Nabor Cortez; granddaughter: Amanda Roybal; mother and father in law: Abran and Eliza Roybal; sisters: Teresa Martinez (Pablo) and Mary Vasquez (Elias).

Born in Taos but lived her adult life in Espanola. She retired from the Espanola Public Schools after many years of service. She enjoyed traveling, piñon picking, fishing, and other outdoor activities. In her golden years, she enjoyed visiting the casino, playing cards, and most of all, spending time with her grandchildren. She is survived by her children: Robert Roybal (Margo), Gary Roybal (Stephanie), Mary Garcia (Steven), Jo Anne Roybal (Barry), Cecilia Roybal (Ronald); brother: Nabor Cortez; grandchildren: Jared, Francisco, Monica, Rachel, Rebecca, Stephen, Victoria, and Deidre; six great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and three grand-puppies.

Serving as pallbearers: Francisco Roybal, Jared Roybal, Dan Gaitan, Ronald Roybal, Barry Bailey, Orlando Roybal. Honorary pallbearers: Melissa Messina and Gerardo Marquez.

Public visitation for Viola Roybal will start at 5:00 p.m. On Wednesday, December 20, 2017 at the Rivera Family Funeral Home Chapel followed by a rosary for the repose of the soul at 6:00 PM. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated on Thursday, December 21, 2017 at 12:00p.m. At La Iglesia de Santa Cruz de la Cañada. Burial will follow at the Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery.

The Roybal family has entrusted the care of their loved one to the Rivera Family Funeral Home & Crematory, Espanola, New Mexico

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Name Viola C. Roybal
Date of Birth March 10th, 1927
Date of Death December 16th, 2017
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Funeral Home Rivera Family Funeral Home - Española
Address 305 Calle Salazar
Española NM 87532
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G. Greg Valdez published a tribute .

I relay my condolences to the whole family, but especially to my best friends Robert and Gary. Mrs. Roybal feed me many dinners, and I shared in the "care packages" she sent to her sons while we were in college. She had love for all her children and so much love left over for all the rest of us. G. Greg Valdez

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Randy And Christina Bailey published a tribute .

JoAnne and family. Our thoughts and healing prayers are with you. I’ll miss your mom’s tamales. She was an amazing woman.

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On behalf of Rivera Family Funeral Homes & Crematory we want to express to you our deepest condolences and prayers.

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Kamille Chavez published a tribute .

JoAnne,
I am so sad to hear the loss of your mother. May she rest in eternal peace and may God comfort you all during the Holiday season.
Love,
Kamille Chavez

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We r very sorry to hear of the death of ur mother. May God bless her and all of you.
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Dennis & Cora Roybal published a tribute .

Robert, Gary, Jo Anne and all the Roybal family, we are deeply saddened by the news of your Mom’s passing this past week. Please accept our deepest and heartfelt condolences and our unavailability to spend it with you during this difficult and sorrowful time. Wonderful memories and knowing that she has joined your Dad hopefully will comfort you during the coming days and months. Dennis’ memories with Robert and your Mom hold a very special place in his heart. God Bless You all!

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JoaAnne,
Our heartfelt condolences on your mom's passing. May the good Lord give you strength and comfort during this most difficult time. May her soul rest in peace. Praying for you all.

Joyce, Eric, Desiree and Dayna

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Joe Medina published a tribute .

our deepest sympathy to the Roybal family. Joe and Julia Medina

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Shirley Atencio published a tribute .

JoAnne, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. May God grant you strength, patience, and love during this very difficult time. God Bless you! Emilio, Shirley, Donovan, Devin, & Landon Atencio

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Viola And Joe Quintana published a tribute .

Joanne and Family, so sorry to hear about your mom. May God bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead. Your mother was very fortunate to have such special daughters like you. Peace be with you.

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Christine Maestas published a tribute .

Our sincere condolences to the Roybal family. No one can replace your mom, but God can comfort your heart. Your mom was a beautiful woman and will greatly missed. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers - Maestas Family: Thomas, Bertha & Christine

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Leslie Maestas published a tribute .

JoAnne, Our sincere condolences. Please know that our prayers are with you. May God bless you always, Marvin, Leslie, Michael and Marlie Maestas

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Gloria Martin published a tribute .

So sorry to hear about Viola. She was such a great friend to our sisters Frances and Rosie. Evelyn and I had a lot of good memories on Lou and Viola. Such good people to all of us and will be missed.
Love and Blessings to all
Gloria Herrera

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Valerie published a tribute .

So sorry for your loss God Bless you and your family May she celebrate with Our Dear Lord Jesus Christ Amen RIP

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Lucille Trujillo published a tribute .

To the Roybal Family. We are saddened by the loss of your mom, our Viola. We loved her and she will be missed, but not forgotten. The Trujillo family in Taos we send our love and condolences, Dolores, Lucille, Raymond, Christella, Lorraine and from Tony and Fabiola (Viola's dearest friend.)

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Theresa Martinez published a tribute .

My sincere condolences to the Roybal family. May cherished memories comfort you during this time. God Bless...

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Angela Garcia published a tribute .

Am so sorry to learn of your precious mamacitas death, know what a great loss this is and want you to know you have my most sincere condolences.

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