Armando Vargas Villagrana

April 28, 1947 - April 13, 2020

Armando Vargas age 72, of Salt Lake City Utah passed away April 13, 2020 surrounded by his loving family.
 
He was born April 28, 1947 in Juarez Chihuahua Mexico to Jose Inez Villagrana and Paula Vargas. 
 
Armando  is survived by his 3 children Lillian (Juan) Sanchez, Leticia Villagrana, Armando (Felipa) Villagrana, the love of his life Lillie Villagrana, 9 grandchildren, 12 great grand-children, 4 brothers; Hector, Joe, Encarnacion, Johnny, 3 sisters; Maria, Kathy, Marisela.
 
He is preceded in death by his parents and sister; Elsa Bejarano.
 
Armando was strong, Independent and very stubborn. He stood up to cancer, fought fiercely and beat the odds for 7 wonderful years of life. 
 
He chose to live each day with divine faith and praise to “the man upstairs” his famous quote.
 
Armando will be remembered by many for his musical talent. He played the vihuela, violin, guitar, guitarron and trumpet. 50 years ago Armando along with his father and brother originated el Mariachi Aguila de Utah. His musical talent brought happiness and joy to many throughout Utah and its surroundings.  Armando once owned a record shop in Salt Lake City. He was also an amazing cook and once owned two restaurants in Salt Lake City. 
 
Armando was a man of many trades including one in specific that will be remembered in the hearts of his loved ones (nicknames). He gave nicknames to all his children, grandchildren, great grand-children, nieces, nephews, brothers and sisters. However the Apple doesn't fall far from the tree. His grandchildren nicknamed him Grandpa Grouch and Grandpa Pump. 
 
You will be missed dearly.
 
Your passing leaves us a heartache no one can heal, your love leaves us memories no one can steal.
We love you Dad may you rest in peace and rise in Glory.
 
Thanks to Huntsman Home Health & Hospice for their compassion and care. Thank you Julie for all your hard work, your comforting words and for helping us make it possible for our father to be home with us and pass with dignity.  
 
Armando will be laid to rest at the Salt Lake City Cemetery in a private ceremony.

In Loving Memory

I had the privilege of meeting and working with Armando and two of his children, Lillian and Armando Jr. I thought Armando was just daring me not to sign off on his moving back home. Because of the trememdous amount of love Armando's family has for him, it was easy signing off on his moving back home. I am honored that my team and i got to share a few moments of time with Armando and his children. A wonderful and very stuboorn man and those 2 precious qualties enabled Armando to outlive every prognosis with dignity and grace. My hope and prayer that Armandos children carry forth this great man's legacy and to continue to defy all odds. I love you all. J

Julie

Salt lake city, Ut

We love you Tio. We will miss you but never forget you!!!! Say Hi to my Dadda Neto, you guys can see each other again. God Bless and hold you dearly and all your family. Love always El Paso, Tejas

shiva aguirre

El Paso, TX

Send love and prayers to the family .

Inez DeHerrera

Herriman, Ut

Very sorry for your loss. I have nice memories of Armando and all the Villagrana family. I enjoyed hearing Armando play the guitar and sing. Many years ago Armando and Hector with others were playing at a party. I told them who I was and Armando gave me a hug. I was very happy to see them. God bless you all

Rita Rivas Ramos

Riverdale, Ut

rip tio, last time i seen u is how i want to remember u smiling and giggling at the hospital, wit my dad for his surgery i know ur in EAST SIDE HEAVEN with all the rest of the family see u when we get there ���� ur nefews mousie and gabriel Villagrana

hogg

salt LAKE city, Ut

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