Anthony Jacob Archuleta

Anthony Jacob Archuleta, 14, passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2020, in Roswell, NM. Please take a moment to share a kind thought or memory with Anthony’s family at www.andersonbethany.com. SERVICES: A rosary and memorial service will be held on Monday, June 8, 2020, at Anderson-Bethany Funeral Home Chapel, at 10:00 A.M. Interment will follow at the Assumption Catholic Church Columbarium. On November 8, 2005, Anthony was born to Vannette Chaves and James Archuleta in Roswell, NM. He loved his family dearly. Anthony also loved playing video games with his brother and sister and listening to music. His favorite song was, ‘I Believe I Can Fly.’ Anthony’s spirit, smile, and sense of humor will be dearly missed by his family. Anthony is survived by his mother, Vannette Chaves; father, James Archuleta; uncle, Josh Mariscal; brothers: Isaac Archuleta, Ezekial Chaves, Christopher Mireles, Angel Mireles Jr., Jaime Alvarez, and Nehemiah Contreras; sisters: Emma Archuleta, Danyka Chaves, and Amoriah Contreras; grandparents: Doris and Jason Everitt; great-grandparents: Christine and John Archuleta; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Anthony is preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Joanne Chaves; paternal grandfather, John Archuleta; maternal great-grandparents: Josephine and Melvin Chaves; and paternal great-grandparents, Emma and Domingo Gonzales. The family would like to extend special thanks and gratitude to all of Anthony’s caregivers, health providers, and teachers for the love and support shown through the years. A very special “Thank You” to both Ms. Paloma Garcia and Mr. Chandler Lassard for being there by his side for all precious school days. Pall Bearers are Josh Mariscal and his brothers: Isaac Archuleta, Ezekial Chaves, Christopher Mireles, Angel Mireles Jr., Jaime Alvarez, and Nehemiah Contreras. Following the service, family and friends will be gathering at Vannette’s home located at 2813 Encanto and at James’ home located at 1405 W. 7th. I’m Free Don’t grieve for me, for now, I’m free, I’m following the path God laid for me. I took his hand when I heard his call, I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day, Tasks left undone must stay that way, I’ve found that peace I yearned for at the close of the day. If my parting has left a void, Then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, Ah, yes, these things I too will miss. Be not burdened with times of sorrow, I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow. My Life’s been full, I savoured much, Good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch, Perhaps my time seemed all too brief, Don’t lengthen it now with undue grief. Lift up your heart and share with me, God wanted me now, He set me free. Mother & Son - Just a Dream Away I would give my life to have you back, Said the Mom I know you would, said her child. I cry each night for you, said the Mom And I catch all of your tears said her child I pray for the day That I can see you again, Said the Mom Just close your eyes, and you can see me, Said her child I am always just a dream away…………. You are the first person who loved me, And you are the first person I loved. You were always there when I needed you, And you always knew when I needed a hug. I am here for you now, Mom In your heart and in your soul. I did not take your heart with me Instead, I left mine with you to hold. One day I will take your hand And lead you to paradise, But until then my beautiful mother, When you want to see me You only need to close your eyes. I am always just a dream away….. 2 Corinthians 5:8 We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord.

Anthony Jacob Archuleta

November 8, 2005 - May 30, 2020