Phillip Delgado

Phillip H. Delgado

Our beloved Father, Phillip “Phil” Delgado went to be with our Lord on November 3, 2020, after an extended illness. He was born in Chaperito, NM on September 9, 1927 to Sostenes and Melecia Delgado who preceded him in death. He was also preceded I death by his beloved son, Kenneth “Canuto” Delgado and numerous other relatives. He is survived by his sons, Ron (Marsha), Gary (Gail) and Tim; by his grandchildren, Derek, Genise (Justin) Lovato, Gabriel (Cherish) and Andrew Vigil (Heather). As well as his great-grandchildren, Giavana and Jaylyn Lovato, Javier Delgado and Noah Vigil; and the mother of his children, Lilly Delgado; his special sister, Mary Grace Salas; in addition to, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends (Rose Pena and Pearl Gonzales).

Phil served in the Army National Guard during the Korean War, worked and retired from the NM Motor Vehicle Department and owned and operated along with our mom, Phil’s Place Lounge and Dance Hall.

He cherished his days tending bar and being with his family.

A Rosary will be recited on Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at 6:00 pm at Rivera Family Kiva Chapel. The Rosary recitation will be lead by the Caballeros de Vargas.  Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:00 am Wednesday, April 21st at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.  Fr. Dennis Garcia will serve as celebrant.  Interment with full military honors will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery.