Marcos Bencomo, age 36, was born on December 18, 1984, in Payson, Utah to Celso Bencomo and Christina Manzanares. Tragically, his life was taken when he intervened in a domestic dispute. Marcos left behind a life unfinished and a broken-hearted family.

Marcos was a born protector; at three-years-old, after witnessing a boy much older than he bully his sister, he promptly knocked the boy down. He was the first person to get involved if someone was being disrespected or mistreated.

Marcos was a rambunctious little boy who adored his older sister Amber and loved to play with his younger brother, Nick. He loved Legos, Nintendo, boating, four-wheeling and toy race cars. He would play patiently for hours, making little tracks in the dirt to “race” his cars. That passion grew into loving motorcycles and fast cars as an adult. Marcos was a sucker for Mustangs and motorcycles…especially if the Mustang happened to be a convertible.

As a teenage boy, Marcos loved snow skiing and spent some of his favorite days on the slopes with his parents and siblings. He grew into a man who loved fishing, swimming, hot springs, the beach, the mountains, long drives and visiting family. Mostly, Marcos loved to laugh. His idea of a good time was a house party with old school music, a stiff mixed drink, and everyone he loved.

Marcos had a beautiful connection with kids; he spoke their language. He was blessed with a little brother, Isaiah, who was born later in his life. He adored Isaiah and the second he walked in the door to see him, he would immediately get on the ground to play cops and robbers. Marcos would pretend to handcuff him, and they would roll around playing make-believe games for hours. His younger nieces and nephews adored him and loved spending time with him. Gabi, Kemi, Lillian, Quinn, and Darien always knew he would be the first one in the pool to toss them in the air and the last one to call it a night. He loved his oldest niece and nephew as well and was so proud of Lex and Jax.

Marcos was incredibly loyal. To a fault, some would say. He looked out for the underdog, the disadvantaged, the weak. If you had a grievance or a cause, he was the first to have your back. He was fearless in standing his ground and was the most loyal person you could ever meet. He was also the first person to tell it to you straight. If he had something to say, he was never shy about saying it. His rule of thumb was to say it to your face so you always knew where you stood with him. He had a soft spot for his mother; and his father was his idol and very best friend. He knew there was nothing “Cels” wouldn’t do for him.

Marcos loved connecting with those he cared about, via Snapchat, Facebook, text message or random visits. Although he had a tough-guy exterior, he was a gentle giant with a heart of gold. Marcos was selfless in the way he gave his love and loyalty and had the ability to make everyone around him feel special. One of his last messages to his sister was to tell her he knew how much she loved him, and to thank her for loving him so much.

Marcos is survived by his parents, Celso Bencomo and Christina Herrera (Benny); son, Damien Tarrazas; siblings, Amber Anderson, Nickolas Bencomo, Marcy Hunter, Monique Wilson, Carlos Marquez, Isaiah Herrera, Ron Herrera, Jessie Herrera; nieces, Alexis Anderson, Gabi Bencomo, Kemi Bencomo and Lillian Jordan; nephews, Jaxson Anderson, Quinn Wilson and Darien Wilson. We would run out of room if we listed everyone he considered a sibling, aunt, uncle, cousin, family and friend. A special mention to Shelby and Harley Rose; the love he had for you both was immeasurable. Finally, Marcos is survived by his rescue pup, Papi. He hasn’t stopped waiting by the door for Marcos to return.

He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Dolores Bencomo; grandfathers, Art Manzanares and Bill Hayes.

Until we meet again, my love.

Funeral Mass, Friday, January 29, 2021, 12:00 noon, Notre Dame de Lourdes Catholic Church (210 North Carbon Ave., Price, Utah 84501) where the family will receive friends one hour prior to Mass. Vigil service, Thursday evening 7:00 p.m., Mitchell Funeral Home (233 East Main Street, Price, Utah 84501) where the family will receive friends one hour prior to service. Committal service, Cliffview Cemetery, Price.

Please visit www.lovemarcos.org for additional photos and information regarding a foundation established in Marcos’s memory.