Ernesto Vargas

Ernesto "Ernie" Vargas, 73, of Arroyo Hondo passed away on November 13, 2005. He was a cowboy and rancher. He is preceded in death by his parents, Juan B. & Esther Vargas, brothers and sisters, Fabiola Olivas, Juanita Martinez, Johnny Vargas and Isabel Vargas. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Connie Vargas, daughters, Patricia Bachtel (Michael) of Taos and Elaine Montano (Johnny) of Arroyo Seco. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Jennifer Bachtel, Amy Bachtel, John Montano (Leilani), Jeremy Montano, Jason Montano, great grandchildren, Johnny Montano III, Dominic Montano, brothers and sisters, Felix Vargas (Eduvigen), Amy Crites (Larry), Robert Vargas and Henry Vargas. Rosary was recited on Tuesday, November 15, 2005. Funeral mass was held on Wednesday, November 16, 2005. Both services were held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.