Ray Koon, 49, of Chamisal passed away on July 19, 2012. He is preceded in death by his wife, Stephanie Koon, father, Rayford Koon and brother, Norris Abeyta. He is survived by his mother, Maria Koon, sisters, Brenda Reyes (Isidro), Amy Koon, Peggy Romero (Scott), Sharon Koon, Evelyn Vasquez and Janice Gonzales, brothers, Dwayne (Emily) and Dale Koon, half sister, Gayle Hatcher (Don) and many other relatives and friends.
A memorial service was held on August 5, 2012 at 1 PM at the Velarde United Methodist Church.