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Valentin Leo Avila Jr.

December 18, 1969 ~ July 17, 2021 (age 51)

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Obituary

Valentin Avila Jr., 51, beloved father and caretaker passed away peacefully and in comfort on 17 July 2021 at the Eastern New Mexico Medical Center in presence of his family.

Valentin was born on 18 December 1969 in New Mexico. He was elected high school class clown and graduating to mischievous golfer, his quick wit, free spirit and devotion to his family will be missed dearly by his surviving children Abrianna, Joseph, Angel (of CO), Robert and Xavier Avila and grandchildren Lilyanna Olivas and Zayden Hinojosa.

Valentin is predeceased by his parents Valentin Avila Sr. and Lydia Avila.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Ballard Funeral Home and Crematory.

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