Howard Claud Galvez Jr.

May 17, 1964 - April 20, 2019

Sanford resident Howard Claud Galvez Jr., 54, passed away April 20, 2019 at the Penrose Medical Center under Hospice Care surrounded by his loving family. Howard was welcomed into the world on May 17, 1964 in Denver, Colorado, the son of Howard Claude Galvez Sr., and Pauline Armenta Galvez. Howard worked in law enforcement since 1990 and was elected as Sheriff for Conejos County in 2013, where he became well known and active in the community. When he wasn't on duty Howard loved spending as much time as he could with his family and friends outdoors hunting, fishing and camping. He will be dearly missed. Survivors include his mother Pauline Galvez of La Jara, CO; mother of his children Kristina Galvez of Denver, CO; daughters Samantha Galvez of Sanford, CO; Sierra Galvez of Denver, CO; son Antonio Cruz of Sanford, CO; sister Christina Galvez of Rockwall, TX; brother Steve Armenta of Saguache, CO. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Howard was preceded in death by his father Howard Claude Galvez Sr., two brothers Jimmy Galvez and Bob Armenta. Cremation was chosen and services will be held at a later date.