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Support for Benito Vigil's Funeral Expenses

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On October 16, 2024, my dad didn’t return home. I received a call from my mother asking if I had spoken to my father Benito. The answer was no. I started to look for him on Life360 a family locator we have on our phones. I noticed he was UNM. I therefore called and the nurse told me that my father was in a horrible accident. Benito was in critical condition. We drove down to Albuquerque NM to UNM Hospital. The day we arrived I saw my dad open his eyes a couple of times and nod yes or no. He had another surgery he would have to go through for his neck. After that surgery, he went downhill from there. There was not too much movement. Benito my dad started to decline fairly fast. The doctor had a meeting with my mother about how his condition was worsening and that because of his age, it would be hard for his body to overcome so much. He had a broken neck, his sternum was cracked in half, and he had a punctured lung, broken ribs, and severe trauma to his abdomen. After the surgeries and all the hard work the doctors and nurses did. We thought Benito was coming along fine. Every day was an emotional roll coaster, one day he’s fine the next day he’s not doing well. On October 30, 2024, a Dr. informed my mother she wanted to sit down and speak with her. I was present at that time. I heard her saying Mr. Vigil was declining and he needed more surgeries, he had a bad infection that started in his abdomen. My mom then asked if you remove Benny from life support what are his chances of survival She stated he would not survive. On November 1, 2024, my dad peacefully passed away surrounded by his family … I just want to thank everyone who has reached out in any type of way visiting him at the hospital, calling, messaging. My dad was a hard worker for 63 years of his life he has touched so many people's hearts and lives. He was loved by many in our community of Las Vegas. I would be grateful for any donations. Any donations would be greatly appreciated. I love and thank all of you for loving my dad unconditionally

Donations 

  • Mike Esquibel
    • $100
    • 18 d
  • Aliana Hampton
    • $50
    • 26 d
  • Rocky Garcia
    • $50
    • 30 d
  • Moises and Anna Gutierrez
    • $200
    • 1 mo
  • Christina Navarrete
    • $500
    • 1 mo

Organizer

Christina Lemos Navarrete
Organizer
Las Vegas, NM

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