Rudy Atencio

Rudy Atencio a former resident of Espanola and Rio Rancho, NM was called to be with the Lord on January 20, 2022 just five days after his 60th birthday.

Rudy was born and raised in Chama, NM. He felt the happiest in the mountains. Rudy was a skilled hunter and guide. He knew the mountains of Chama and northern NM thoroughly. His love for the outdoors transpired through his two daughters, who he had on a horse by 6 months old, giving them a love for the outdoors since a young age. Everywhere Rudy was, his daughters were right beside him. They referred to themselves as “The Three Musketeers.” Four wheeling, looking for arrow heads and riding horses were just a few of their favorite things to do together.

Rudy was a jack of all trades, always lending a hand to someone in need. He had a contagious smile and laugh. He was a friend to many and wore his heart on his sleeve. Rudy’s greatest accomplishment in life was becoming a grandfather. He was a big kid at heart, which shined through when he played with his grandchildren. He adored them, and they adored him.

He is preceded in death by his parents Juan Pablo and Cordilia Atencio, niece Autumn Gomez, several tio’s and tia’s, and his favorite uncle, who was like a father to him, Ramon Suazo.

He is survived by his brothers Paul Atencio & family, Armando Atencio & family, Eloy Atencio & family, his daughter Sabrina Curry, son in law Brandon Curry, granddaughters Adalyn & Tatum Curry, his daughter Kim Talachy, son in law Charles Talachy, granddaughters Nadali & Sparrow Talachy and grandson Noah Talachy. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews and loving extended family and friends.

Serving as pallbearers are Nadali Talachy, Adalyn Curry, Tatum Curry and Sparrow Talachy. Honorary pallbearers are Matthew Atencio, Malerie Trujillo & Noah Talachy.

Due to COVID 19, capacity for services will be limited. Information about services for close family and friends can be obtained from his daughters Sabrina Curry & Kimberly Talachy.

Rudys family has entrusted the gentle care of their loved one to Rivera Family Funeral Home of Espanola. We invite you to post a condolence, a thoughtful message, a photograph or share a memory for our families to read on the guestbook.