James “Les” Leslie Lujan Sr. 1/18/1945 – 4/3/2022

Les was born in Trinidad, CO where he grew up on College St. with his father Roger, mother Ermelinda, brothers Eugene and Roger, and sister Jeanette. He enjoyed playing with the kids in the neighborhood and was an excellent swimmer growing up. He graduated from Trinidad High School in 1963, then attended TSJC before joining the Navy. During his career in the Navy, he achieved the rank of Chief Petty Officer, was stationed on multiple bases around the world and served his country in the Vietnam war. He received multiple medals and certificates of commendation during his service. Les was honorably discharged from the Navy in 1967 and he returned home to Trinidad. When he returned home he worked multiple roles for the City of Trinidad, as a coal miner, and as a bartender at the family restaurant and bar the El Rancho. During this time Les became a father with Elaine Romero to Jennifer, James Jr., and Jaylene. After retiring from bartending, Les moved up to the family ranch to take care of his mother. He would spend the rest of his life helping to raise his grandchildren; James III, Marcus, Diego, Nickolas, and Carlos. Les is survived by his siblings, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren; Jayden and Zaida, multiple nieces, nephews, friends, and his favorite dog Fuji. Les was always smiling, always laughing, and was always willing to help no matter who was asking. He never had a negative thing to say about anybody and will be missed dearly by a lot of people.

Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, April 13, 2022, with Rosary at 9 am at the Comi Chapel followed by Memorial Funeral Mass at 10 am at Holy Trinity Church.

Private inurnment at later date.

Arrangements made y see the direction of the Comi Funeral Home.