Celebration of Life for Dusty Mayer
June 26, 1983- June 2, 2019
Dustin Roe Mayer “Dusty” passed away on Sunday morning June 2, 2019. He was a wonderful husband, father, son and brother who will be missed by many. All who knew his kindness, loyalty and generosity will remember him with loving hearts.
Born on a Sunday morning in Greenfield, Massachusetts, Dusty spend his early years in New England. The family moved to Roy, NM when he was five years old where his fascination with the cowboy life began. Another move would take him to Houston, Texas, where he lived until high school only to return to Roy to complete his education. He never left northern New Mexico again.
Dusty enjoyed many hobbies and interest in his short life. As a young boy he learned to play the trombone, was a talented and outstanding soccer full back, a brown belt in judo and an active Boy Scout. He loved history, particularly the Civil War and the Old West. His high School days were filled rodeos and bull riding but he adopted and embraced the hard work required of an American cowboy.
Dusty married the love of his life, Jessica, in 2005. Together they moved the Ojo Feliz Ranch to raise their growing family while he worked as a cowboy until his passing. He loved sharing his life and knowledge with his sons and daughter. He was a humble and quiet but integral part of the community and adored by his whole family. Always willing to lend a hand he held a membership in the Mavericks Club. Dusty continued to rodeo into his adult life. His family introduced him to the world of 4-H where he contributed as an active parent. He enjoyed leathercrafts and was learning the art of saddle making. Lover of animals, especially his horses and cattle, he felt most at home outdoors.
Dusty’s biggest accomplishment was his beautiful family and he loved them dearly. He was a brave and true cowboy, full of hopes and dreams and future goals. He leaves behind a legacy of love, friendship and faith. A man of few word but powerful impact who deserves two thumbs up.
He is survived by his wife Jessica and their three children, Jasper 13, Parker 9, and Scarlett 5 of Wagon Mound, NM. His mother Mary Soto and husband Omar of Meadows Place, TX. His father Loren “Doc” Mayer of Roy, NM. His in-laws Robert and Shawn C’deBaca of Corrales, NM. His sister Molly May, husband Joey and son Connor. Sister-in-law Roberta Hazen and husband Jody and children Kylee, Bradyn and Natalie. Step-sisters Natalie Soto and Hanna Smith, step-brothers Adam and David Soto. Aunt Rebecca Gutierrez, Uncles Wm. Robert “Bob” Cantrell and Steven Mayer. He is preceded in death by his grandparents Rubba and Daddy Bill.
The celebration of his life will be held at 10:00 am Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 61 Morning Star Road in Roy, NM. In lieu of flowers please make donations for the children to First National Bank of NM, 1104 S. Second St. Raton, NM 87740 575-445-1400 in care of Jessica Mayer.
Arrangements are entrusted to and under the care of Rogers Mortuary 600 Raynolds Ave Las Vegas, NM 87701 505-425-3511 or 1-800-479-3511.
Please visit our online website to sign the online register book www.rogermortuarynm.com.
