Leroy Damasio Fresquez, a 24-year-old resident of Vadito, New Mexico, tragically passed away on November 26, 2020. Born on August 22, 1996, in Taos, New Mexico, he was the son of Juliet and Vincent Fresquez. Growing up, Leroy was an avid baseball player, enjoyed horseback riding, and had a passion for ATVs. He attended Penasco Elementary, Middle, and High School, graduating in 2014. During his summers, he worked with AmeriCorps, learned mechanics, and trained horses.
Leroy was known for his caring nature and willingness to help others. He was preceded in death by his grandmother Lorena, uncle Anthony Castaneda, grandfather Gilbert Martinez, and cousin Jason Vasquez. He is survived by his parents, three younger sisters—Karmel, Jazmin, and Angelique—and numerous extended family members. A Rosary was held on May 26, 2022, at 9:00 am, followed by the Mass of Christian burial at 10:00 am at San Francisco de Asís Catholic Church, with burial at the Vadito Cemetery.
Regarding the circumstances of Leroy's death, there is no publicly available information indicating that it was the result of foul play or a criminal act. The National Gun Violence Memorial lists Leroy's death on November 26, 2020, but without further details.
As of now, there are no reports of arrests or suspects related to Leroy's death. The available information does not suggest any criminal investigation or charges associated with his passing.
