Leroy Trujillo

Leroy Trujillo, 76, passed away on April 4, 2024 in Pueblo, CO. He was born on June 3, 1947 in Taos, NM to Claudio and Leocadia Trujillo. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Joanne Montoya, brothers, Danny Trujillo and Herman Trujillo, parents in-law, Cecil and Esperanza Morales, great granddaughter, Delilah Jaramillo, special niece Cathy Tafoya and nephews Nick Rivera and Elijah Naranjo. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Ramona Trujillo, sons Leroy, Lawrence (Brittney), Leonard (Sharon), Les (Trudi), his sisters, Suzanne Morales, Sandra Morales, and Lucia Morales (Steve), his grandchildren Rochelle Medina, Lori Duran, Leroy Trujillo, Adrien Trujillo, Lawrence Martinez, Andrew Martinez-Trujillo (Jasmine), Brittany Martinez, Jeremiah Trujillo, Harley Rose Trujillo, Khelie Trujillo, Lenny Trujillo Jr, Savannah Monson, Amaris Trujillo, Matthias Trujillo, numerous great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and his fur-daughter Bella, who will miss him greatly. Leroy graduated from Centennial High School in 1965. He was an army veteran, serving from 1965 – 1968 as a communications specialist. He began working for Mountain Bell in 1968 and retired in 2004. Leroy’s family was his greatest love. His smile lit up the room and his laugh was infectious. He was a devoted husband and father, and there was nothing he wouldn’t do for his family. He would tell them that he loved and appreciated each one of them as often as possible. He got great joy from attending his grandchildren’s sporting events. He loved socializing with his family and friends. If you knew Leroy and had him for a friend, he was a friend for life. Softball was one of Leroy’s greatest joys. He began his softball career while serving in the army, playing in Hawaii and Korea. He was a player who was able to play almost any position on the softball field. He was widely known for his versatility. On his return to Pueblo in 1968, he played for Foundation Installers which later became the team he ultimately coached. Leroy’s coaching career spanned six different decades coaching such teams as El Nopal, Oasis, Pueblo Merchants, Bull Ring, Nunez Lounge and Mr. Lee's. All of his teams consistently played against some of the toughest teams in the state. He took young players from their early playing days through their entire fast pitch softball careers. He coached his teams to numerous tournament titles as they competed in ISC, ASA, and the NAFA (National Fastpitch Association). In 2015 he was inducted into the Pueblo Softball Hall of Fame. Leroy made his players feel that they were part of his family and they remain part of his family today. His most notable characteristics were that he respected every team, every player, and every opposing coach. Most importantly he respected the game of fastpitch softball and gave his heart and soul to the game. In his later years, Leroy enjoyed watching basketball and old western movies with his soulmate, Mona. He loved going to breakfast at The Pantry and lunch at PassKey or the Mill Stop. He never needed a menu since his favorite waitresses already knew his order. The family extends a heartfelt thank you to Leroy’s lifelong friend, Ron McKim, who would pick him up for their regular lunch outings and cruises around town. The Trujillo family would also like to thank Dr. Melchor Sipalay, Dr. Patrick Timms, Dr. Gary Lane and his health care providers at the Dept. of Veterans Affairs. Leroy will be deeply missed by his family and will forever remain in our hearts. Rosary Mass will be held at 9:20am followed by Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Monday, April 15, 2024, at St. Joseph Church. Inurnment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Reception to follow service.

Leroy Trujillo

June 3, 1947 - April 4, 2024