Celestino Telles

Celestino Lee Telles, 58 of Shamrock, Texas passed away in Vaughn, New Mexico on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 following a sudden illness. For the past year Celestino worked as a heavy equipment operator for Blattner Energy on the wind farm south of Vaughn.

He was born in California, was raised and educated in Hemsted, Texas. Celestino was preceded in death by a sister, Theresa Gutierrez on December 26, 2020. He is survived by his spouse, Cynthia Downer of Shamrock, Texas.

Cremation will take place. No local services are scheduled.

Arrangements are under the direction of Chavez Funeral Home, 830 N. Fifth Street, Fort Sumner, New Mexico. (575) 355-2311.