Mr. Velasquez was born March 8, 1948 in Ignacio, the son of Augustine and Felicita Velasquez.

Alex was an avid horseman. He enjoyed the great outdoors; including, fishing, and hunting. He also loved watching his Broncos! He was a proud grandpa and loved supporting his grandkids by watching them participate in their various sports activities.

He is survived by his son, Alexis Velasquez of Ignacio; grandsons Ruben, Lexis, and Ty Velasquez; granddaughter Celsa Velasquez of Ignacio; great-granddaughter Rena Richards of Ignacio; and sisters Georgann Alcon of Pagosa Springs, Martha, of Magna, Utah, Virgie Velasquez of Bloomfield, and Priscilla Holman of Farmington, and numerous extended family members.