Anthony Daniel DeVan Sr., 65, affectionately known as “Tony-Taz” passed away Aug. 22, 2021. A former resident of Walsenburg, CO . He was born Aug. 9, 1956 to Everette Charles and Clorinda (Espinoza) DeVan both precede him in death along with siblings, Irene Casados, Everette Henry and Donald DeVan In his younger years he was a coalminer Tony loved to build, and enjoyed working in the construction field. He was a great mechanic, working on cars often. Karate and fishing were some of his favorite pastimes. His biggest joy was spending time with his family. His children and grandchildren were his world. Tony is survived by; his children, Jennifer Montoya, Juanita, Anthony “TJ”, and Jonathan DeVan; siblings, Everette (Kathy), Veronica, Cynthia, Joseph (Susan) DeVan, Patricia Pacheco, Darlene Hunter, Ben Aguirre, and Emogene Ferguson; grandchildren, Donovan, Miguel, Alexander, Dorian; great-grandchildren, Imara and Niyah; mother of his children, Cindy Saenz; several nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends who will miss him dearly. Funeral Mass 11:30 am Tuesday Aug. 31, 2021 St. Mary Church, Walsenburg, CO. Online condolences at www.angeluspueblo.com