Vigil Family Chatter Volume 12
Juan De Jesús Vigil Family Foundation Board of Directors 2011-2012 Executive Committee John H. Vigil, President JoAnn Phillips, Vice President Mimi Vigil, Secretary Carl Salazar, Treasurer Carolyn M. Romero, Member at Large Members Rosemary Salazar George F. Vigil Rose Theresa Vigil Beverly Vigil Sasse José M. Pérez Phillip Vigil Andrea Romero
“Educación es la luz del mundo” Education is the light of the world The Juan de Jesús Vigil Family Foundation is a 501(c) (3) organization established in 2005 by the descendents of Juan de Jesús Vigil dedicated to maintaining opportunities for scholarship and grants to qualified descendants of Juan de Jesús Vigil.
www.juandejesusvigilfoundation.com
July 2012
PRESIDENT’S REPORT Dear Family and Friends: Congratulations to our 2012-2013 Juan De Jesus Vigil Family Foundation Scholarship recipients: Andrew Apodaca, Tyler Constance Elliott, Sarah Oates, Kalee Salazar and Adam Vigil. Their goals and aspirations make all of our work worthwhile. More importantly, these young people insure that the Juan De Jesus Vigil Family legacy gets stronger with each passing generation. During the past 6 month a great deal has happened: We awarded five $1,000 college Scholarships for the 20122013 school term. We are now posted on Face Book, thanks to Andrea Romero. We also continue to fund Certificate programs and single course grants. We continue to update and up-grade our website under the direction of Carolyn Romero. We sponsored a Beginners Genealogy Course at the Denver Public Library, thanks to Phillip Vigil. We are planning our next Annual Juan De Jesus Family Foundation Memorial Golf Tournament, under the direction of Carl Salazar and a silent auction under the direction of Mimi Vigil. We have a special note of appreciation to the family of Joseph Hattan. The family requested that, in lieu of flowers, donations be sent to the Juan de Jesús Vigil Family Foundation and many contributions were received. Joe Hattan was the husband of Lillian Vigil, father/grandfather of Vigil Foundation Board members Carolyn and Andrea Romero. Thank you and please accept our deep condolences. 1
Our next project is the Annual Juan De Jesus Vigil Family Foundation, Memorial Golf Tournament and Cook Out. THIS IS A GREAT EVENT FOR A GREAT CAUSE. In order to meet our goal of 100 golfers we need all the help we can get. You can help by golfing yourself, sponsoring a single golfer and /or a team of four. Also, you could ask a company that you know or do business with to sponsor a foursome. Since we are a non-profit, many companies are happy to support these types of events based on our IRS 501 (3) c status. Those who are not interested in golfing should come to the BBQ and reconnect with the family. We will have a silent auction, too. If you cannot come to the picnic – and even if you can, please consider donating an item for the silent auction. On behalf of the Board of Directors it is my privilege and honor to thank you for your continued support. Sincerely,
John H. Vigil 2nd FAMILY QUILT
The 1st family quilt that was auctioned in 2010 was a terrific success. We are looking for people willing to donate a 12“ x 12“ square for a Vigil Family quilt. It will be raffled as part of the 2015 Reunion activites.
Julia Walker Romero was the lucky winner of the 1st quilt.
Be creative. You can applicaque, embroider, machine stitch.... Be creative. The square can be about your family, hobbies, history. Please make sure that you leave 1“ around the edge for the quilting process.
We realize that this is an early request, but it takes time to make a great quilt. Send completed squares to Carolyn Romero at 3068 W. 11th Avenue Circle, Broomfield, CO 80020. I will accumulate the squares
and arrange to have the squares quilted. If you want to help with quilting the final project, please let me know. 2012 GOLF TOURNAMENT and BBQ
Save the Date!!!! On Sept 15, 2012, we will be holding our next Golf Tournament at the Applewood Golf Course in Golden, Colorado where we will again be provided with a great facility and course for us to continue building our scholarship programs. Golf will be followed by a BBQ and silent auction. Please “SAVE THE DATE.” Reservations will need to be made by September 5th. Education is the one path to success that can provide our family members with opportunities to become successful business owners, community leaders, politicians, professionals, and active citizens. We cannot do this alone; we need a concerted effort from everyone to make this happen. So please be generous in your consideration of 2012 Annual Memorial Golf Tournament. REUNION 2015 UPDATE
We will begin planning the 6th Vigil Family Reunion for the summer of 2015 this next fall. We need your help to plan this fun event. Where should we host the next reunion. So far we have been in Albuquerque, Denver, Trinidad and Taos. If you have a suggestion for where we should host the next reunion, or are interested in joining the planning committee, please send your suggestions/contact information to John Vigil at JHVigil1440@msn.com.
WE NEED YOUR RECIPES For the 2nd Edition of the Vigil Family Cook Book. Please send them to Andrea Romero at 2301 Ryeland Ct; Ft. Collins, CO 80526 or email to Andrea at AndreaRomero019@gmail.com. 2
Social Expansion
Decendents of Juan de Jesus is now on Facebook, keeping you upto date on all the latest news and events. Share photos, ask questions and meet more of our fabulous family. Find us on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/DescendantsOfJuanDeJesusVigil
FOUNDATION UPDATE
FOUNDATION BOARD WANTS YOU!
The Foundation is searching for three more board members who are willing to make a difference in the lives of the descendants of Juan de Jesús Vigil through the gift of education and youth leadership. We need people – age is not a consideration - who are just willing to just get involved. We really need help with maintaining the website. Call Carl Salazar at (303) 429-4105 for send an email to csalazar@comcast.net for information.
In June 2012, as a result of the successful reunion and your generous contributions, we awarded 5 more scholarships. Kalee Salazar is attending the University of Colorado – Boulder majoring in Environmental Studies and Ethnic Studies.
ASPIRE TO INSPIRE
Andrew Apodaca is attending his 2nd year at Red Rocks Community College studying to be a Sports Trainer.
It gives me great pleasure to inform the Juan de Jesús Vigil Foundation members that twelve of our members attended the genealogy/family history class at the Denver Public Library on June 9, 2012.
Sarah Oates is continuing her education at Central New Mexico Community College and is enrolled in the Nursing program.
Lou-Jean Rehm, a certified genealogist, conducted an interesting and informative account defining the basic concepts of understanding genealogy.
Adam Vigil continues to attend the University of Colorado, Denver studying International Business.
What I really got out of the presentation was: "A tree with no roots cannot stand,” and that is why I encourage our families to get involved in genealogy and preserve family history. I hope the session will encourage each of the attendees to get organized into learning more about their ancestors and even consider writing family history.
Tyler Elliott is attending Colorado State University in Ft. Collins, studying Civil Engineering.
***** NON-DEGREE GRANT PROGRAM The Juan de Jesús Vigil Family Foundation has added grants for people who are not attending full degree programs. The grant committee will meet quarterly to approve requests for funding for Certificate programs or for individual classes to help the applicants increase their job skills. Applications for scholarships and grants can be downloaded from the Vigil website, or contact John Vigil at (303) 650-0470 or jhvigil1440@msn.com Cut-off for the 2013 Scholarship Applications – 4/30/2013
Phillip Arnold Vigil
WEDDINGS
Alicia Castillo and Kristen Wolff (Celedon)
Alicia Castillo, Great Grand-daughter of the late Faustino Vigil has recently graduated from the University of Northern Colorado with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Art,
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Minor in Spanish, Emphasis in English as a Second Language and a Teaching Certification. She received her diploma in May 2011. We are so proud of her accomplishments. Between her studies, Alicia volunteered as a Christian faith youth counselor serving in New Orleans, Philadelphia and Kristen and Alicia Wolff Stockholm, Sweden where she met her (then future) husband, Kresten Thomsen Wolff of Ringkøbing, Denmark. Following her graduation, Kresten proposed to Alicia and married her on October 30. In November, they moved to Stockholm, Sweden where Alicia began teaching Art to students. Kresten continues his work as an accomplished musician. Please keep Alicia and Kresten in your prayers as they begin their married life. Teresa Sandoval
FAMILY NEWS
Jacob Vigil (Hilario)
I graduated on May 12, 2012 from Loyola University Chicago with my Master's Degree in L-R: Corinne Vigil, Veronica Ponce, Jacob Social Work. I am Vigil and Fernando Vigil looking for work as a policy analyst or researcher for a government or non-profit agency that advocates for education reform or access to quality health and educational services for low-income children. My wife, Veronica, and I are still living in the suburbs of Chicago, where we are both involved in working for greater educational access for Latino students. Jacob Amanda Phillips (Celedon)
I graduated Aplington Parkersburg High School!! May 20th! YAY!
In less than 2 months I'm off to boot camp for the Marines in Paris Island, South Carolina! My Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) is Public Affairs. I get to travel to more countries in 6 months than most people get to see Amanda Phillips their entire lives and I get to write!! No fighting, so no danger. Wish me the best of luck! The picture is of my step dad James Frey and mom Courtney Frey. I love all of you and hope everyone is doing the best!!!!! Love Always, Amanda Kristine Phillips Carl and Rosemary Salazar (Hilario)
Carl & Rosemary Salazar of Broomfield, Co. will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Sept. 1st, 2012. Carl and Rosemary Salazar Carl and Rosemary met in Denver in 1960 and were married in 1962, they Are the proud parents of two sons, Gary who resides in Louisville, CO and Steve who resides in Thornton, CO, 4 Granddaughters and one Great Grand Son.
They are enjoying retirement and are very involved in their family along with spending time at their residence in Aguilar, CO. They enjoy traveling, golfing, family and just hanging out with friends. Phillip Arnold Vigil (Domingo Montes Vigil)
I did want you to know that I will be accepting a Century Family Recognition, on behalf of our Vigil family, as having resided in Las Animas County for at least 100 years. This event, sponsored by the Trinidad Historical Society, will be presented at a ceremony, on July 28, 2012 in Trinidad, CO. Editor’s Note: This is the 3rd family of which we are aware that has received such an honor. The others are Rita Gallino (daughter of Gaspar and Margaret Vigil) and Duane and David Vigil (son of Fred Vigil Jr.) 4
Jeanette R Nelson
Brittany Walker
(Manuel)
Our daughter Brittany Walker just graduated from California Lutheran University on June 12th with a degree in Liberal Studies. She still needs to get a teaching credential to teach in California and will be going back to school for another year. I’ve enclosed a recent picture of her.
Hello, I am writing to respond to your request for email address for the Vigil Chatter newsletter. Please add me to your email list.
Brittany Walker
Julia Romero Walker
Also, I would like to let you know that one of our family members, my dear Mother, passed away. Jeanette R Nelson (Vigil) passed away on May 18, 2010. She passed away after a long and courageous battle with lung cancer. I am still coming to terms with her loss and I apologize for not sending you this news in a more timely manner. Santana Harris
SAD GOOD BYES
Joseph James Hattan (Celedon)
Dorothy Mary Trujillo Dorothy entered into Heaven on May 8th, 2012. She was born in Marquette, MI on February 9th, 1930 to Reuben Ames and Mildred Marie Ames and Dorothy Trujillo was the eldest of ten children. Dorothy moved to California for a second time in the early 1940's where they put down roots in Central California and she met and married the love of her life, Edward Trujillo on November 23rd, 1951. They lived in the Bay Area until 1971 and then moved to the Sacramento Valley with their four daughters, where they partnered several successful business ventures throughout their lives. Eddie preceeded her in death on the same date May 8th, 1997, and Dorothy is survived by her family, Kathy Trujillo, Janet and Larry Jones, Sue and Kevin Barbour, Jennifer Etter. She has twelve grandchildren and nine greatgrandchildren and one that is due in August that she was looking forward to loving! She is also survived by eight of her siblings.
Joseph James Hattan, born January 26, 1934, passed away on April 19, 2012 in Stuart, FL. Joe was a retired Joseph Hattan automotive blacksmith working side by side with his wife, Lillian, at their shop, BeeLine Frame & Axle in Westmont, IL. Joe and Lil lived in Marathon, FL for 25 years before moving to Stuart, FL in 2004. Joe is a veteran of the Korean War serving in the Air Force. He was a lifetime member of the Moose, Am Vets, American Legion and DAV. He is survived by his wife, Lillian R. (Vigil) Hattan, daughters Carolyn Romero of Broomfield, CO and Dorothy (Bill) McQueen of Marathon, FL; sons Donald (Chris) Hattan of DeKalb, IL and Dennis (Eileen) Hattan of Joliet, IL; sisters Katy Gallagher, Ann (Tom) Kavanaugh, Virginia (Bob) Hoerres, and brothers Bill Hattan, Jack (Mary) Hattan, Tom (Barb) Hattan, Larry (Marcia) Hattan. Also 7 grandchildren: Theodore, Joseph, Michelle, Andrea, Richard, James and Angie; and 2 great grandchildren: Jessie and Corbin. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Mary Hattan, his brother, Jim Hattan, and his sister, Mary Beth Priban.
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Mckynlee Addison Vigil (Celedon)
WELCOME TO THE FAMILY
Joshua Allen Vigil (Celedon)
Joshua Allen Vigil was born on July 23, 2011 to Jessica Vigil, daughter of Steven Allen Vigil. Jessica is the great granddaughter to Faustino Vigil. Disney Faye Galindo (Celedon)
Disney Faye Galindo was born July 16, 2011 to Michelle Galindo daughter of Monica Galindo & Anthony Galindo. Michelle is also the granddaughter of Steven Allen Vigil and is the Great Great granddaughter of Faustino Vigil. Mila Cleo Lancaster (Manuel)
Good Morning: I would like to tell you that my mom, Rose T. Vigil, has a new granddaughter. My daughter, Tara, and her husband, Marc, have a beautiful new baby girl. Her name is Mila Cleo Lancaster. She was born December 22, 2011 at 3:39 pm. Mila at 3 months She weighed 7lb 1.3 oz and was 20" long. (Mila is pronounced Meela) Pauline Salazar Christian Gabreal Fleming (Celedon)
Announcing: Brand new baby boy, Christian Gabreal Fleming was born to Christina and Steve Fleming, on February 4, 2012. Everybody is healthy and safe and full of love for the whole family. Please Pass it On! Love,
Carolyn: I don't know if Brandon has let you know that they had their baby last Friday, and surprise, surprise this one's a GIRL. Her name is Mckynlee Addison Vigil, born March 2, 2012; weight 7lbs. 2oz. length 19 3/4 in long. Mother and daughter are doing fine. Now my immediate family is complete, there will be NO more grandchildren (great grandchildren? 1 so far, Amya). with Mckynlee, that makes 6 grandchildren. Talk to you soon. Dennis & Karla Vigil REQUEST FOR MORE ORAL HISTORIES
Since July 2005, we have obtained the oral histories for more than 70 people. If you are willing to participate in this project, please contact Jan Lindgren at jan@lifesreflections.com or at (303) 980-0432. If you are not in the Denver area, we can make arrangements to take your history over the phone. “Check out my website www.lifesreflections.com to see what has been written about the Juan de Jesus family!�
EMAIL PLEASE
If you are receiving this newsletter via snail mail and have an email address, help us save costs. We will email you a copy. We also need your help with updating the mailing list. If you have moved, or you know people who have not been receiving our newsletter and should, please let Carolyn Romero know at 303-514-0620 or carolyn.romero@comcast.net .
Grandpa (Daniel) and Grandma (Mary) Garcia
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VIGIL POETS
The Other Side of the Mountain
My Dad
By: Florida Vigil
By: Dennis Hattan
On the other side of the mountain way down below, in a peaceful valley where the skies are blue, the wild flowers grow so free. Little Angels run and play to their hearts content. They form a circle and hold hands as they sing and dance without a care. Laughter rings as they skip through fields of fragrant flowers. They wade in the water that flows so pure from the stream above. They can see their reflections as the water lights up like a diamond. They smile so sweetly as they enjoy the calm, cool water. They know this is truly a place of great beauty. The breeze feels so magical as raindrops fall from the sky. A rainbow appears in the heavens, a sign that God is watching over them. As the day ends, they know God awaits their return home.
He loved to wake up very early, start the day before most everyone He loved to eat home cooked dinners, afterwards he loved to read He loved to keep things in order, when it came to his own things He loved a good job with a challenge, always looking for another He loved a good party with family and friends, seeing his sisters and brothers He loved taking his boat out on the Ocean, he loved to navigate He loved to find new spots to go fishing, he loved when the fishing was great He loved to go to Happy Hour, down at the V.F.W you know Sit and joke and have a good time, it was his favorite place to go He loved my mom very dearly, and he loved all of us kids too And don’t you give it a second thought; I know that he loved you too So please Lord bring him home to thy house, forgive his sins oh Lord And please let us all join him there some day, so that he can love us once more For tomorrow is just another day and always more work to be done Go back to work and do what you do, that’s what my Dad would have done.
FUNDRAISING UPDATE On behalf of the Juan de Jesús Vigil Family Foundation Board of Directors, I would like to thank you for your past support and contributions. The demand for scholarships continues to increase. The Juan de Jesús Vigil Family Foundation is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) organization. Established in 2005 by the descendants of Juan de Jesús Vigil, the Foundation honors the name of Juan de Jesús Vigil and promotes our Vigil family legacy into perpetuity. The Mission for our Foundation is to promote educational scholarships, grants to qualified and deserving descendants of Juan de Jesús Vigil, and to provide support to charitable causes that will benefit the descendants of Juan De Jesús and Maria Bustos Vigil. In addition, we provide leadership opportunities for young people. The Foundation is governed by a volunteer board of directors that represent a cross section of our community and who are committed to making a difference for the educational success of the Juan de Jesús Vigil descendants. Please help us by sending your donation to: Juan de Jesús Vigil Foundation 3072 E. 136th Place Thornton, CO 80602 Any amount will help and your donation is tax deductible. Thank you again for your continued support.
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JUAN DE JESUS VIGIL FAMILY FOUNDATION ANNUAL GOLF OUTING And BBQ
Save the date SEP. 15, 2012
APPLEWOOD GOLF COURSE GOLDEN, CO 80401 TEE TIME:
2:00 PM
100% of the net proceeds support the Scholarship program. Please help by: 1. Sponsoring a hole HOLE SPONSOR
2. Sponsor a team GOLD $500.00 INCLUDES TWO FREE PLAYERS 3. Be a golfer ($100 per player) SILVER $300.00 INCLUDES ONE FREE PLAYER 4. Come to the BBQ BRONZE $200.00 For Information, Contact: Carl Salazar 303-429-4105, csalazar41@msn.com
Vigil Family Foundation 3068 W 11th Ave. Circle Broomfield, CO 80020
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