In Loving Memory of Vivian “Sonny” Segura

Vivian “Sonny” Segura was called home to Heaven by our Lord on August 10, 2024 at the family home, at the age of 87. He was born on October 18, 1936 in San Jose, NM.

Vivian was preceded in death by his parents Esequiel and Marcellina (Santianes) Segura, Brothers Cipriano Segura and Arthur Segura, sister Lourdes Encinias, his beloved son Gary Manuel Segura, his granddaughter Patricia Draper Casados, sisters-in-laws Victoria Padilla and Frances Salazar, brother–in–law Ronnie Armijo, father in law Manuel Salazar and mother-in-law Prexcedes Armijo.

Vivian is survived by his loving wife Helen (Salazar) Segura, whom he loved dearly, with a marriage of 68 years. Children Linda Segura of Raton; Steve (Marci) Segura of Raton, Diana Romero of Brighton, Co; Darrell Segura of Raton, Paul Segura of Raton, Thelma Lou Martinez (Fred) of Maxwell. Daughter-in-law Christine Segura of Brighton, CO.

Sister Carmen Dofflemeier of Espanola, NM. Brother-in-law Ernest Salazar (Carol) of Raton, sister-in-law Lucinda Ford (Filbert) of Raton. He is also survived by 30 grandchildren, 14 step-grandchildren, and 42 great-grandchildren a total of 86, each and every one of them were his pride and joy.

Vivian worked for 33 years in the Coal Mines in Raton, NM. He received many awards, including the Dragline Production record on August 25, 1998. Vivian coached Boxing for many years and successfully produced boxing champions in many tournaments. He coached his sons: Steve, Gary, Darrell, and Paul, and they received many trophies and championship titles, along with many other young boys who also received championship titles and trophies. His success was due to his knowledge, understanding, and caring demeanor that he carries.

Vivian was an avid hunter and fisherman. He had the state record for many years for his mule deer, where he had it mounted and named it Walter, the buck scored @225 6/8 SCI. He was a member and organizer of the United Mine Works of America Kaiser Hunting and Fishing Club. He learned to hunt and fish at a young age from his father Esequiel Segura. Many of his friends consider our dad to be one of the best hunter and fisherman they know. His love for hunting and fishing continues on with his children and grandchildren, and also with his wife Helen who often caught more fish than him.

Vivian was a devout Catholic his entire life, where he was a Knight of Columbus and obtained his 4th Degree. From a young age, he remembered his father saying, “Jesus y Cruz” (Jesus and the Cross), and because of his example, the church gained a Priest, his grandson Father Darrell Segura Jr.

Vivian loved to read and has quite a collection of books. Vivian was a member of the New Mexico Army National Guard. He loved to sing and play the guitar. He and his buddies would go play music and sing at the Senior Center and would have so much enjoyment doing so making the patients happy. One day he came home and said that he had went to the restroom and a nurse told him to get to his room.

Vivian “Sonny” Segura will certainly leave a big void in his loved ones’ hearts and all who had the pleasure of knowing him. His kind, loving and caring demeanor will never ever be forgotten. Rest in Peace, and as he always told his son Steve “Como Los Hombres”. A viewing for Vivian will take place on August 22, 2024 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm in the chapel of the Alderette-Pomeroy Funeral Home.

Recitation of the most Holy Rosary will be Friday, August 23, 2024 at 11:00am at Saint Patricks/St. Josephs Church in Raton recited by the Knights of Columbus. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:30am with Fr. Darrell Segura as the Celebrant. Rite of Committal and Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements for Vivian “Sonny’ Segura are under the direction of the Alderette-Pomeroy Funeral Home.