Ray T. Bazan, 73, went to be with our Lord on Friday, April 24, 2015.

Ray was a proud Vietnam Veteran and Valley High School Graduate. He enjoyed gardening, reading, and carpentry.

He is preceded in death by his parents Tercio and Manuelita Bazan; son Joseph Bazan; brother Herman Bazan; and in laws Jose and Dorotea Archuleta.
Ray is survived by his wife of 41 years, Mary Ellen Bazan; son Herman Bazan; daughter Victoria Griego; brother Gilbert Bazan; sister in laws Belen Montoya, Oniva Neal, and Charlotte (Bill) Jordan; grandchildren Cameron Griego and Cameo Griego; and friends Speedy Gonzales and Angelica Symonds.

Ray's Life Celebration will begin with a Rosary on Friday, May 1, 2015 at 8:00 a.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, followed by a Mass at 9:00 a.m. Burial will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery on Monday, May 4, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.

Honorary pallbearer will be Christopher Griego.

The Bazan family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to all of their family and friends for their kindness and support during this difficult time.