Tomas Vidal Roybal

Tomas Vidal Roybal of Greeley, Colorado passed away January 27, 2026, at home, surrounded by his loved ones. His family is holding a small service at Northern Colorado Crematorium Friday, February 13, 2026, at 11 am   

Tomas entered into life August 21, 1948, in Pecos, New Mexico. He spent part of his childhood there before moving with his family to La Salle, Colorado for a few years and then moving here to Greeley, where he lived till his last day. Tomas was an expert drywaller, which he first began at the young age of thirteen. He worked for different companies over the many years, always with brothers, cousins and nephews as co-workers. He earned the nickname of "The Wizard" for his amazing drywall skills and will be forever remembered for his strong work ethic.   

Tomas loved the outdoors, camping and fishing were his greatest joy, because he could spend time with his family doing what he loved most. He also enjoyed going to the casinos with his daughters. He was an avid Broncos fan, watching every game.   

Tomas is survived by his daughters Regina Roybal and Shantiel Olivas, a son Matthew Roybal, all of Greeley. He also has 13 grandchildren, with 20 great-grandchildren. Tomas is also survived by a sister Stella Hunteman, brothers Samuel and William, all of Greeley. Tomas also had many nephews, nieces, cousins and lifelong friends he leaves behind. He is proceeded in death by beloved son Thomas Roybal and daughter Trina Roybal, his parents Everette and Frances Roybal, brothers John, Roger and Tony Roybal, as well as sisters Sophie Jaramillo and Bess Alarcon.