It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Ray Maestas (Rocky Ford, Colorado), born in Las Vegas, New Mexico, who passed away on April 11, 2024, at the age of 69, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Erminio Maestas and Mollie Maestas (Torrez); his wife Theresa; his siblings, Erminio "Gilbert" Maestas Jr. and Bernice Maestas; his father-in-law Jose Martinez; his son-in-law Ralph Tafoya; and his nephew Nathan Ramirez.

He is survived by : his children, Vanessa Tafoya of Rocky Ford and Chaplain Matthew Maestas (Melissa) of Chula Vista, CA; his grandchildren, Randy Ray Robinson of Rocky Ford, Makayla Maestas of Chula Vista, CA, Malaki Maestas and Mavrik Maestas of Chula Vista; his pets, George and Lola Cabana; his siblings, Delavina Ramirez of La Junta, William Maestas of Rocky Ford and MaryLou Ramirez (Sam) of La Junta; his mother-in-law Grace Martinez of Rocky Ford; his brothers-in-law, Jose Martinez (Annette) of Denver, Alfonso Martinez (Christy) of Castle Pines and Patrick Martinez of Littleton; his godchildren, Martha Ontiveros (Bert) of Brighton, Bernadett Becerra-Salazar (Michael) of Rocky Ford and Joey Tafoya (Candy) of Ordway; and his close friends, Mark Johnston, Joe Romero, Cornelia Jaramillo, Sherri Adame (Aaron) and Alex Baca.

Visitation was held on Monday, April 22nd 2024 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Bellwood Ustick Funeral Home (305 N 8th St, Rocky Ford, CO 81067). A rosary was held on Monday, April 29th 2024 at 10:00 AM at the St. Peter's Catholic Church (1209 Swink Ave, Rocky Ford, CO 81067). A funeral service was held on Monday, April 29th 2024 at 10:30 AM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Bellwood Ustick Funeral Home