d. August 2, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, and friend, Michelle Rascón. Michelle went home to be with the Lord on Friday, August 2, 2024.
She was a loving, compassionate, thoughtful, and big-hearted person who touched the lives of many with her kindness and warmth. Her unwavering faith, strength, and dignity was inspiring and admirable.
She was preceded in death by her grandfather Dolphie Arellano, uncle (Nino) Ernie Arellano, great-grandmother Bessie Barela, and great uncle Frank Barela.
Michelle is survived by her loving partner of nearly 25 years, Michael Sandoval, mother Bessie Rascon, grandmother Agatha Arellano, sisters and brother Norma Rascon (Nick) Javier Rascon (Kristi), Bonnie Rascon, Amy Vialpando (Veto), and Monique Romero (Monie). She is also survived by her nieces and nephews Nathaniel Herrera, Isaiah Martinez, Tiana Rascon (God daughter) Nevaeh Rascon, Zaedrian Rascon, Jordin Rascon, Martin Delvo (Godson), D’Angelo Guzman (Godson), Jeremiah Vialpando, Zachary Vialpando, Isaac Vialpando, Maliyah Lopez, Marivel Lopez, Madison Lopez, Layla Lopez, Madeline Lopez, who she deeply loved, along with uncles and auntie Leroy Arellano, Frankie and Dawn Arellano; cousins Robert Arellano (Amber), Jalen Arellano, Devin Arellano; in-laws Jimmy and Jeanette, along with many other friends and family. Michelle will be deeply missed by her family friends and all who knew her.
Rosary was recited on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Costilla. Mass of Christian burial was held on Thursday, August 15, with burial following at the Amalia Cemetery. We invite all who knew and loved Michelle to join us in celebrating her remarkable life and the joy she brought into our hearts.
In this time of deep and great loss we are profoundly grateful for your thoughts, prayers, and support. Michelle’s spirit will continue to live on in the many lives she touched, and we find comfort and gratitude in the love and memories we shared with her. Forever in our hearts. Forever loved.
