Manuel Arturo Archuleta

With deep love and gratitude, we celebrate the life of Manuel Arturo Archuleta who peacefully passed away on January 28, 2026, in Ogden, Utah, at the very amazing age of 100 years old.

He was born on August 3, 1925, in Las Nutrias, New Mexico, to Juan Archuleta and Ruben Serna. On October 17, 1947, he married the love of his life, Bennie Archuleta (Lovato), in Parkview, New Mexico. One year later they welcomed their first child, Evelyn, beginning a legacy of family and love. Together they raised five children: Evelyn Archuleta (Trujillo), Mary Archuleta (Larry Camden), Patsy Archuleta (Arndt), Manuel Archuleta (Shelly) and John Alex Archuleta (Cristin)

In his younger years, he proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War, where he demonstrated courage, discipline, and dedication. During his service, he became a highly skilled jet engine mechanic, a profession that later shaped much of his career and work ethic throughout his life.

Throughout his life, he resided in many places including Las Nutrias and Cebolla, New Mexico; Hiawatha, Utah; Layton, Utah; and West Point, Utah; He eventually established his primary home in Layton, Utah, where he raised his family and built lifelong friendships. In his later years, he made his home in West Point, Utah, where he spent the remainder of his life on his farm, surrounded by the animals he loved including his faithful dog Fea, and the peaceful and quiet land that brought him comfort.

He was a hardworking and devoted provider, working 14 years for the railroad and more than 35 years as a mechanic at Hill Air Force Base. He also worked at Lifetime, the Clover Club, and within the Davis school district, where he left a positive and lasting impact on coworkers, students, and families.

He had a lifelong passion for horses and chariot racing, where he won his first horse, Bobby Blair, and continued racing for many years. He was also involved with the Jockey Club at Wyoming Downs. He spent time in England and Okinawa, experiences that enriched his life and broadened his perspective.

Above all, he will be remembered as a charming, sweet, gentle, and quiet man whose warm heart touched everyone he met. He had a special gift for building friendships, and wherever he went, he left behind people who cared deeply for him. He was known for his kindness, humility, and hard work.

He was blessed with 17 grandchildren: Arthur Lopez, Brenda Spackman (Lopez), Genevieve Moody, Richard Carrillo, Roman Carrillo, Tonya Camden (Rivera) Bobbie Camden (Cox) Aaron Archuleta, Benny Martinez, Jacci Arndt (Covell), Jason Archuleta, Chris Arndt, Mindy Archuleta, Amy Archuleta, Rachelle Archuleta (Schooler) Wyatt Archuleta, Trinity Archuleta.

He was further blessed with 33 great-grandchildren and 45 great-great-grandchildren, creating a beautiful legacy that will continue through generations.

He is survived by his sister Cedelia Lata of Arizona, two sons and two daughters.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Bennie Archuleta, two brothers David Archuleta and Juan Archuleta, sister Mary Archuleta: daughter Mary Camden, son-in-law Larry Camden, Richard Carrillo, Valentino Trujillo, granddaughter Brenda Spackman, great-grandson Roman Jade Carrillo.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday February 5, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Saint Rose of Lima Catholic Church, 210 Chapel Street, Layton, Utah. Friends may visit family Wednesday February 4 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Lindquist’s Layton Mortuary, 1867 N. Fairfield Rd., Layton, Utah. A vigil with Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m.

Interment will be held at Lindquist’s Memorial Park at Layton where Military honors will be rendered in recognition of his faithful and honorable service to the United States Army.

Forever loved. Forever honored. Forever remembered.

Rest in eternal peace.