Walter Steven Velarde

August 12, 1938 - March 2, 2022

Longtime Alamosa resident Walter Steven Velarde, 83, passed away peacefully March 2, 2022 at his home with his loving family at his side. Born on August 12, 1938 in Capulin, Colorado, the beloved son of Benjamin Velarde and Aurelia Ortiz Velarde. Walter was an exceptional and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin and friend who loved to go fishing with his wife, hunting and spending time with his family. He is survived by his daughter Bonnie (Larry) Medina of Arvada, CO; grandchildren Logan Medina and Larysa Medina both of Arvada, CO; sisters Elva Cunningham and Agnes (Teles) Garcia both of Denver, CO. He is also survived by many other extended family members and friends. Walter was preceded in death by his parents Benjamin and Aurelia Velarde and his beloved wife Bertha Velarde. A Vigil service with Recitation of the Rosary will be held on Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at 9:30 AM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Alamosa. A Mass of the Resurrection will follow at 10:00 AM also at Sacred Heart Church. Interment will follow at the Alamosa Cemetery. To leave online condolences please visit romerofuneralhomes.com. The care of arrangements has been entrusted to Romero Funeral Home of Alamosa.