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Michael Toledo Obituary

Michael (Chip) Rafael Toledo a member of Jemez Pueblo died at his home in Ignacio CO. Michael is the father of Blade Mark Toledo and the son of Kathryn Delores Coubrough and Joseph Rafael Toledo. Michael is the brother of Robert Frank Toledo and the uncle of Joseph Robert Toledo and Daniel Lawrence Toledo.

Michael graduated from Ignacio High School and left immediately for Norway to perform as a trick rider in a horseshow, where he was featured as a "Fol Blod Indianner". Michael worked as a ski patrolman, ranch hand, fire fighter, and sawyer.

Michael loves our Lord and was active in his church. He made pencil drawings, chain saw carvings, wrote poems, stories, and a children's book. Michael loved to relate his adventures and always described his companions as "good people".

A viewing was held at Hood Mortuary, Durango, CO on May 6, 2024. Services were held May 7, 2024, in Jemez Pueblo, NM.

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Published by The Durango Herald on May 11, 2024.

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Tawnya Jacobson-Allen

June 12, 2024

What a cowboy, always impressed me. My mother Peggy Jacobson spoke highly of him due to the fires they fought together. Prayers and hugs to the family and many friends of Chip. Find memories of the whole Toledo family.
Blessings, Tawnya Jacobson- Allen

Margaret and Danny Pacheco

June 3, 2024

Our condolences to the family and his friends.
Very sorry for your loss.

Irvin Casias

May 25, 2024

i will always remember the crazy times we shared here at the farm, miss you my dear friend.

Aaron Weaver

May 24, 2024

Chipper..my friend and brother. Ur friendship was special. Ur crazy stories and our rides together. Thank you Joe and Kathryn for sharing your son.

Kheta Wells

May 20, 2024

So sorry for your loss!!
Kheta(Ross)Wells

Lori

May 19, 2024

Chippers, I´m so very glad I got to see you days before you passed. You were very happy that day, and that´s how I´ll remember you always. So happy you and Blade are together again. Rest in Peace my Friend.

Bernice Archuleta

May 15, 2024

Chip you were definitely one of a kind. can't tease you anymore about changing your diaper. Loved your crazy zeal for life and the outdoors. Goodbye mi Amigo. Rest well.

Deborah Tuck

May 14, 2024

You were so much fun! Always made everyone laugh. You had a mischievous grin and a tender heart
I'll always be thankful that I knew you. You are going to be deeply missed my friend
Vaya con Dios!

Bob Percell

May 12, 2024

Chip my friend, companion, brother. My condolences go out too your precious family. You will be missed and thought of daily. I was so blessed to have your friendship since we were little kids. Give Mom and Pops my love, give Blade a hug for me.
So long my friend, will see you on the other side when ever my time comes. Love you Brother!

Elaine & George Nobriga

May 12, 2024

Sincere condolences to Kathy, Joe and family.

The Nobrigas

May 12, 2024

chip, Chip, Chip, so glad we got to visit with you in the grocery store not long ago. We´re going to miss you and your wonderful sense of humor.
Fly high with the angels!!

Kathryn Edwards Jost

May 12, 2024

Condolences to his family.

Erc

May 12, 2024

Chipty Locks we going to miss you buddy. May you rest in peace

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