Juan "Johnny" Borrego Sr., 79, a long-time resident of Deming, passed away Thursday September 12th at Mountain View Medical Center in Las Cruces.
He was born on March 20, 1940 to Marcial and Clara Borrego in Winslow, Arizona. Johnny is survived by his wife Rosa of 21 years, son Johnny Borrego Jr. and wife Rachel of Deming, son Marcial Borrego of Las Cruces, daughter Cindy Borrego of Las Cruces and daughter Sara Hernandez and husband Bobby of Las Cruces. Step-daughter Elisa Dominguez and husband Eddie of Deming, step-daughter Susie Hendee and husband Jed of Las Cruces, and step- daughter Sonia Terrazas of Deming. He is also survived by brother Tony Borrego and wife Alma of Phoenix, sister Pola Palos of Deming, sister Rosa Quintero of Deming, sister Clara Anderson and husband Bill of Deming. He was a loving grandfather to 22 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. He had many loving nieces, nephews and extended family.
Johnny was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend to everyone.
Johnny loved the outdoors, especially time spent at his land with his horse. On his free time, he loved growing trees, gardening, and drawing. Johnny loved dancing with his wife. He was employed with Deming Public Schools for 42 years as a custodian. He was loved by the staff at Chaparral Elementary and he is fondly remembered for his humor and comical nature. He was always joking and making everyone laugh. He always made it a fun environment and he left an impact when he retired. He enjoyed time spent with his wife, children, and grandchildren. He always had a smile on his face and always remained strong and determined. He will be missed by all who love him.
He is preceded in death by parents, Marcial and Clara Borrego; daughter, Annette B. Olivas; grandson, Marcial Borrego (Chachi); great-grandson, Abel Johnson and sister, Socorro Jurado.
The visitation will be from 4:00 until 6:00 p.m. at Baca's Funeral Chapel on Monday, September 16, 2019. The Rosary following at 6:00 p.m. led by Lupe Hernandez. Mass of the Christian Burial will be at St. Ann's Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 17, 2019. Johnny will be laid to rest at Mountain View Cemetery in Deming. Fr. Manuel F. Ibarra will officiate.
Serving as pallbearers will be Juan Borrego Sr., Joseph Borrego, Matthew Ray Gallegos, Juan Borrego Jr., Armando Gonzales, and Alfred Arias.
Entrusted to the care of Baca’s Funeral Chapels.
He was born on March 20, 1940 to Marcial and Clara Borrego in Winslow, Arizona. Johnny is survived by his wife Rosa of 21 years, son Johnny Borrego Jr. and wife Rachel of Deming, son Marcial Borrego of Las Cruces, daughter Cindy Borrego of Las Cruces and daughter Sara Hernandez and husband Bobby of Las Cruces. Step-daughter Elisa Dominguez and husband Eddie of Deming, step-daughter Susie Hendee and husband Jed of Las Cruces, and step- daughter Sonia Terrazas of Deming. He is also survived by brother Tony Borrego and wife Alma of Phoenix, sister Pola Palos of Deming, sister Rosa Quintero of Deming, sister Clara Anderson and husband Bill of Deming. He was a loving grandfather to 22 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. He had many loving nieces, nephews and extended family.
Johnny was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend to everyone.
Johnny loved the outdoors, especially time spent at his land with his horse. On his free time, he loved growing trees, gardening, and drawing. Johnny loved dancing with his wife. He was employed with Deming Public Schools for 42 years as a custodian. He was loved by the staff at Chaparral Elementary and he is fondly remembered for his humor and comical nature. He was always joking and making everyone laugh. He always made it a fun environment and he left an impact when he retired. He enjoyed time spent with his wife, children, and grandchildren. He always had a smile on his face and always remained strong and determined. He will be missed by all who love him.
He is preceded in death by parents, Marcial and Clara Borrego; daughter, Annette B. Olivas; grandson, Marcial Borrego (Chachi); great-grandson, Abel Johnson and sister, Socorro Jurado.
The visitation will be from 4:00 until 6:00 p.m. at Baca's Funeral Chapel on Monday, September 16, 2019. The Rosary following at 6:00 p.m. led by Lupe Hernandez. Mass of the Christian Burial will be at St. Ann's Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 17, 2019. Johnny will be laid to rest at Mountain View Cemetery in Deming. Fr. Manuel F. Ibarra will officiate.
Serving as pallbearers will be Juan Borrego Sr., Joseph Borrego, Matthew Ray Gallegos, Juan Borrego Jr., Armando Gonzales, and Alfred Arias.
Entrusted to the care of Baca’s Funeral Chapels.
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