Gusman Medardo Vigil Obituary (1937

"Wedo" Our beloved father "Pops", grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and uncle passed away on June 16, 2018 after a long battle with cancer. Gusman, 81 was born June, 8 1937 in El Rito, NM to Jose and Aurora Vigil. On July 27, 1960 he married his honey, Erlinda Baca. Shortly thereafter they moved to Salt Lake City, UT where together they raised six children that he was very proud of and loved with all his heart. As an amazing father he loved every possible second with his family. He loved family gatherings, trips to Wendover, western movies, taking care of his yard, sports, and being devoted to the Catholic faith. Gusman was a devoted sports fan and was loyal to the Green Bay Packers, New York Yankees, and University of New Mexico Lobos. Pops especially loved coaching his daughters in softball. In 1974 he was awarded the Deseret News Citizens Alert Award for being a true life hero. He will be deeply missed. Wedo is survived by his children, Eric, Jeff, Mark (Donna), Ruth (Brian), Pamela (Ezra), and Taralyn; 16 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren; brothers Johnny and Jerry; sisters Lillie, Sarah, and Dulcie; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, his brother Levi, sisters, Rosarita and Cindy, and grandson Markie Jr. A special thanks to the doctors and staff of Utah Cancer Specialists, Gamma West Cancer Services and Valeo Home Health Care. A funeral mass will be celebrated Friday, June 22, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 3560 West 3650 South. A vigil service will be held Thursday, June 21, 2018 at Neil O'Donnell and Sons Mortuary, 372 East 100 South, where friends may call from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Committal, Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery, 4th Avenue and T Street.