Jimmy "Indio" Wayne Teel

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jimmy “Indio” Wayne Teel sustaining injuries from an atv accident. A loving husband, father, brother, and cherished friend. Born on June 30, 1977, from Ohkay Owingeh, New Mexico, Jimmy departed this life on May 25, 2025, surrounded by family and friends. Jimmy was a man of remarkable generosity and exceptional skill. A talented craftsman, he excelled in everything including carpentry, home repairs, and able to fix any one’s vehicles just to name a few of his many talents. He was always ready to lend a hand to those in need. His love for the outdoors, especially fishing, brought him peace and so much joy.

He is survived by his his wife of 24 years, Lori Teel, and 11 cherished children: Julianne, Roswitha, Jimmy, Josh, Sasha, Ciara, Dasha, Raul, CJ, Armando, and Kaden. Besides his children, Jimmy played a guiding role in raising his nephews Jeremy Lujan, Francisco Trujillo, and Christopher “Boo” Trujillo, Matthew Chalan instilling in them the kindness, skills, and values he lived by.

Also mourning his loss are his siblings, including his sister Elizabeth and her husband Armando Armijo, as well as his sister-in-law Juleen Martinez and niece Ericka Garcia. A proud grandfather, he leaves behind two adoring grandchildren, Jaynee and Nevaeh. Jimmy’s generous spirit extended to many nieces and nephews, including Aaron Scheurmann, and Amanda Scheurmann-Cruz, along with numerous great-nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his mother Mamie, father John, brother Raul, and sister Lori Lujan, now reunited with him in peace. Indio will be missed more than words can express, yet his spirit will forever live on in our hearts.

Serving as pallbearers are Jimmy Jr., Jeremy, Francisco, Christopher, Aaron, Kyle Tsoodle, Mark Trujillo.