d. January 14, 2025

Arturo “Chude” Garcia, a lifelong resident of Questa, passed away unexpectedly on Jan. 14, 2025, at the age of 71. He was a graduate of Questa High School. He was a dedicated friend and was known for his kindness, sense of humor, and love of the outdoors. He loved to hunt and fish with his brothers and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Felimon and Odelia Garcia, brother Steve Garcia, sister Veronica Saunders, sister Pat Garcia Dominguez, brother Archie Garcia, brother-in-law Joe Damian Ortega, brother-in-law,Ross Dominguez, and nephew Joe Damian Ortega, Jr.

He is survived by his siblings, Gloria Sandoval, Robert Garcia (Christine), Maxine Harris (James), Jeannette Janie Garcia, Melvin Garcia (Darlene), Julie Segura (Billy), and Joseph Garcia (Lisa), sister-in-law Bernadette Garcia, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and cherished friends.

Rosary was recited on Thursday, Jan. 23 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Questa. The Funeral Mass was on Friday, Jan. 24, and burial followed at the El Pueblito Cemetery in Questa.

Thank you!

The Family of Arturo “Chude” Garcia wishes to express their deep appreciation in the time of our grief and loss of our beloved brother and uncle. Thank you to his amazing friends and the community for their donations of food, monetary gifts/sympathy cards, prayers, flowers and kind words. A special thank you to De Vargas Funeral Home,Deacon Marcus Rael and his wife Jana Rael for the support to the family, the Pelegrino’s for praying the rosary and beautiful music, Donald Gallegos for the beautiful eulogy, and the Circle of Friendship for providing the meal. We are so grateful for the company and many shared memories.