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Osvaldo "Wally" Esparza Apodaca

August 14, 1966 — July 11, 2024

Bloomfield

Osvaldo Esparza, a beloved husband, father, Tata, brother, and friend to all passed away on July 11th, 2024, in Farmington, NM. He was born on August 14th, 1966, in Ascensión, Chihuahua, Mexico to proud parents who instilled in him the values of hard work and family. He is preceded in death by his father Emilio, mother Manuela, brother Jesus and Jose, and sisters Maria Luisa, Ester and Maria De La Luz. 

Osvaldo's life was deeply intertwined with his love for his family. His wife Maria stood by his side through thick and thin; together they built a beautiful life filled with love and laughter. Osvaldo leaves behind an incredible legacy through his seven children: Rogelio (Autumn), Juan (Janeth), Miguel (Brittney), Mario, Susanna, Melissa, and Shantel; as well as twenty-one grandchildren who were the light of his life and a great-grandchild is also on the way - a true testament to the enduring impact he has had on generations to come. He shared an unbreakable bond with his brothers Rogelio (Concha), Arturo (Graciella), and Emilio; and sister Estella - their memories together will forever be cherished. Osvaldo's greatest passion was horses. From horse racing to training these majestic animals - it brought him immense joy and fulfillment throughout his life. His entrepreneurial spirit led him from humble beginnings working in the oilfield to becoming a successful business owner - all while never forgetting where he came from or losing sight of what truly mattered most: family.

 A Rosary will be held at 10 am on Saturday July 20th at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Bloomfield, NM followed by a funeral mass. Friends and family are then invited to join for Osvaldo's last ride to Farmington Funeral Home for a final viewing. Reception to follow at St. Mary’s Parish Hall in Bloomfield. In honor of Osvaldo's connection with semi-trucks due to his time spent working within the trucking industry– friends and family with semi-trucks are encouraged to participate in his last ride alongside him as he takes one final journey home.

 Pallbearers are his sons and daughter, Rogelio Esparza, Juan Esparza, Miguel Esparza, Mario Esparza, and Shantel Esparza, grandsons Rogelio Esparza Jr., Lazaro Esparza, Nephews Javier Esparza, Alfredo Torres, and Joshua Tarango. Honorary pallbearers are his brothers and sisters Rogelio Esparza, Emilio Esparza, Arturo Esparza, Noni Medrano, Cecilia Esparza, Estella Esparza, Genaro Torres, Daughters Susanna Esparza, Melissa Esparza, Grandchildren Emilio Esparza, Alonzo Esparza, Ricardo Esparza, Enrique Mares, Lauren Esparza, Nephews Danny Tarango, Alexis Tarango, and Son Cody Vaughn. 

The loss of Osvaldo leaves an indescribable void within those whose lives he touched so profoundly. His memory will live on through each person who had the privilege of knowing him – may we find comfort in remembering the warmth of his smile and unwavering love for all.

Osvaldo Esparza, un amado esposo, padre, Tata, hermano y amigo de todos, falleció el 11 de julio de 2024, en Farmington, NM. Nació el 14 de agosto de 1966 en Ascensión, Chihuahua, México, de padres orgullosos que le inculcaron los valores del trabajo duro y la familia. Le preceden en la muerte su padre Emilio, su madre Manuela, sus hermanos Jesús y José, y sus hermanas María Luisa, Ester y María de la Luz.

 La vida de Osvaldo estaba profundamente entrelazada con el amor que sentía por su familia. Su esposa María estuvo a su lado en las buenas y en las malas; Juntos construyeron una hermosa vida llena de amor y risas. Osvaldo deja un legado increíble a través de sus siete hijos: Rogelio (Autumn), Juan (Janeth), Miguel (Brittney), Mario, Susanna, Melissa y Shantel; así como veintiún nietos que fueron la luz de su vida y un bisnieto también está en camino, un verdadero testimonio del impacto duradero que ha tenido en las generaciones venideras. Compartía un vínculo inquebrantable con sus hermanos Rogelio (Concha), Arturo (Graciella) y Emilio; y su hermana Estella: sus recuerdos juntos serán apreciados para siempre. La mayor pasión de Osvaldo eran los caballos. Desde las carreras de caballos hasta el entrenamiento de estos majestuosos animales, le brindó una inmensa alegría y satisfacción a lo largo de su vida. Su espíritu emprendedor lo llevó desde sus humildes comienzos trabajando en el campo petrolero hasta convertirse en un exitoso empresario, todo mientras nunca olvidaba de dónde venía ni perdía de vista lo que realmente importaba: la familia. 

 Se llevará a cabo un Rosario a las 10 a.m. el sábado 20 de julio en la iglesia católica de Santa María en Bloomfield, NM, seguido de una misa fúnebre. Luego, se invita a amigos y familiares a unirse a nosotros para el último viaje de Osvaldo a la Funeraria Farmington para una última visita. La recepción seguirá en el Salón Parroquial de Santa María en Bloomfield. En honor a la conexión de Osvaldo con los semirremolques debido al tiempo que pasó trabajando en la industria del transporte por carretera, se anima a los amigos y familiares con semirremolques a participar en su último viaje junto a él mientras realiza un último viaje a casa. 

 Los portadores del féretro son sus hijos e hija, Rogelio Esparza, Juan Esparza, Miguel Esparza, Mario Esparza y Shantel Esparza, sus nietos Rogelio Esparza Jr., Lázaro Esparza, sus sobrinos Javier Esparza, Alfredo Torres y Joshua Tarango. Los portadores honoríficos del féretro son sus hermanos y hermanas Rogelio Esparza, Emilio Esparza, Arturo Esparza, Estella Esparza, Genaro Torres, sus hijas Susanna Esparza, Melissa Esparza, sus nietos Emilio Esparza, Alonzo Esparza, Ricardo Esparza, Enrique Mares, Lauren Esparza, sus sobrinos Danny Tarango, Alexis Tarango y su hijo Cody Vaughn. 

 La pérdida de Osvaldo deja un vacío indescriptible en aquellos cuyas vidas tocó tan profundamente. Su memoria perdurará a través de cada persona que tuvo el privilegio de conocerlo, que encontremos consuelo al recordar la calidez de su sonrisa y su amor inquebrantable por todos.

 

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Friday, July 19, 2024

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