Joey G Chavez
Nov 17, 2024
Joey Gabriel Chavez (Gordo) 50, a lifelong resident of Espanola, NM. He passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 17, 2024.
Joey was preceded in death by his mother Edalia “Dolly” Montoya, grandparents Gabriel and Gregorita Chavez, godfather Guillermo Chavez, uncles, Herman, Anurfo, and Manuel Chavez, and Cousin Daniel Rendon.
Gabe loved fishing and going to the mountains looking for Bigfoot, but he...
Josephine Martinez
Nov 16, 2024
In Loving Memory of Josephine T. Martinez
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved matriarch, Josephine T. Martinez, a resident of San Pedro, who unexpectedly, but peacefully left this world on November 16, 2024, at the age of 81. Born on July 27, 1943 in Espanola, New Mexico, she lived a life filled with love,...
Michael Anthony Trujillo
Nov 16, 2024
Michael Anthony Trujillo, 30, from Herñandez, NM. He was a beloved son, brother, and friend. His kind-hearted caring nature brought laughter, love and joy to everyone who knew him. He was taken from us unexpectedly on Saturday November 16th, 2024.
He was born to Dana Martinez in Los Alamos, NM. He was her one and only beloved child.
He is preceded in...
Matilde Quintana
Nov 12, 2024
Maria Matilde Quintana, born on March 11, 1927, in Nambe, New Mexico, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her family, on November 12, 2024, after a brief illness.
Matilde was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 62 years, Orlando Quintana; her parents, Federico Quintana and Ursulita Romero-Quintana of Nambe; her brothers, Secundino (Susie), Bobby, and Rudy; her...
Gilbert Jose Vigil
Nov 11, 2024
Gilbert Jose Vigil August 18, 1932 – November 11, 2024
Gilbert Jose Vigil passed away peacefully on November 11, 2024, at the age of 92. He was born in the village of Tesuque, New Mexico, to Max Sr. and Georgia Vigil.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Max Vigil Jr.; nephews Walter Catanach, Phillip Vigil, and Claude Vigil;...
Mary Pauline Herrera
Nov 11, 2024
Pauline M. Herrera, 83, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on November 11, 2024.
Pauline was preceded in death by her husband, Eduardo Herrera; daughters, Christi Herrera and baby April Herrera; mother, Amada Clara Roybal; father, Jose Larkin Gallegos; grandparents, Eloisa Montoya Roybal and Mauricio Roybal; beloved sister, Rosabella Lineberry; brothers, Joseph “Chicken” Gallegos, Antonio “Buddy” Gallegos;...
Bonifacio Sanchez
Nov 9, 2024
Bonifacio Sanchez, 78, was called to his heavenly home on November 9, 2024. He was born September 15, 1946, to George and Trinnie Sanchez.
Bonifacio is a US Navy Veteran who served in the Vietnam War. He was a member of the IBEW 611 Union, retiring as an electrician from Los Alamos National Laboratory after many years of service. Bonifacio loved...
Jolene Angel Serna
Nov 7, 2024
Jolene Angel Serna, age 23, born Monday, August 20, 2001, at 6:39 pm, in Los Alamos, NM, to the parents of Joseph Serna and Sharon Espinoza suddenly and tragically passed away on Wednesday, November 07, 2024, at 7:17 am due to inclement weather conditions while on her way to work at Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort.
Jolene was raised in Chimayo New...
Antonio Ernesto Trujillo
Nov 6, 2024
Antonio Ernesto Trujillo (“Payaso”)
Antonio Ernesto Trujillo (“Payaso”) passed on November 6, 2024. Raised in La Villita, NM.
Antonio was predeceased by his father Alfred Trujillo, maternal grandparents/Godparents Jose Ernesto Sr. and Bernie Marquez, paternal grandparents Nick and Ramona Trujillo, uncle Donald J. Marquez, father figure Bengie Diaz, niece Syrena Trujillo, cousin Xavier Marquez, and Buster, his beloved dog.
Antonio lived life a...
Joe Mark Martinez
Nov 5, 2024
Joe Mark Martinez was born on January 18, 1963, and was called home to be with our Heavenly Father on November 6, 2024. Mark was a life-long resident of Cuartelez, NM.
Mark was preceded in death by his loving parents Jose E and Aurora Martinez of Cuartelez, brothers Larry Martinez and Ron Martinez.
Mark is survived by his brother Archie and wife Soledad,...
Erin Jade Chavez
Nov 5, 2024
Erin “Jade” Chavez was unexpectedly called to her eternal home with our Lord Jesus Christ on October 21, 2024, at a young age of 30 years old. She was raised in Truchas, NM, but resided in Albuquerque, NM, for the majority of her adult life.
Erin graduated from Espanola Valley High School in 2012. She worked various jobs throughout the course...
Pedro Bert Trujillo
Nov 5, 2024
COURTESY ANNOUNCEMENT
Pedro Bert Trujillo Sr, of Chimayo, NM.
Pedro Bert Trujillo Sr was surrounded by family as he passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 19, 2024.
Bert was preceded in death by his parents, Pedro and Pablita Trujillo, brother, Nicolas Trujillo, and sisters, Urbanita Romero, and Domitila Villa.
As a young man, Bert Trujillo was drafted and served in the United States Army....
Joe Olivares Romero
Nov 4, 2024
It is with deep sorrow and broken hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. Jose Olivares Romero, better known as Tejano, was a resident of El Guache, NM, former resident of his beloved Cordova. Joe passed away on November 4, 2024, with his family by his side.
Tejano was preceded in death by...
Gary Thomas Salazar
Nov 2, 2024
Gary Thomas Salazar
March 7, 1958 - November 2, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Gary Thomas Salazar, age 66, a resident of Ranchitos, NM. Gary passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 2, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Gary was born on March 7, 1958, in Ogden, UT, to Miguel F. Salazar and...
Daniel Quintana
Nov 1, 2024
Daniel Ray Quintana died unexpectedly and peacefully at home on November 1, 2024. " Big D" as he was affectionately known was born on March 27, 1980, in Tierra Amarilla, NM, to Mickie Quintana. He graduated from Escalante High School in 1998 and attended NNMC.
His passion was video gaming and the Dallas cowboys. He made many long-time friends through video gaming....
Father John Candido Rodriguez
Oct 31, 2024
FR. JOHN CANDIDO RODRIGUEZ
Father John Cándido Rodríguez passed away peacefully in his home in Corral de Piedra on October 31, 2024. He was born less than a mile away, in his parents’ home in Española, New Mexico on August 9, 1934. The son of Manuel D. Rodríguez and Lugardita Salazar Rodríguez, he was deeply rooted in this land and community that...
Lucy Maria Martinez
Oct 31, 2024
Lucy G. Martinez, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Lucy dedicated her life to her family and friends, known for her warmth, kindness, and ability to bring people together. She was born in Hernandez, New Mexico, on January 22, 1946, to...
Vivianita Vigil
Oct 31, 2024
Vivianita M. Vigil – Age 89, a resident of Nambe, NM, passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her husband Joe A Vigil of 53 years, her parents Demetrio and Eufracia Martinez, brothers Gerson and Adonaiso Martinez and sister Celina Lucero.
Vivianita was born and raised in Cordova, New Mexico. She drove the school bus for...
George Benavidez
Oct 30, 2024
George Benavidez 49, a resident of Ojo Caliente passed away unexpectedly on October 30, 2024.
George was preceded in death by his parents Bonifacio and Rose Benavidez, nephew Aaron Benavidez and brother-in-Law Mario Lovato.
George will always be remembered by his incredible musical talent in Northern New Mexico music, where he was the lead vocalist and keyboardist for Heritage and Especial and...
Eloy Salazar
Oct 28, 2024
Eloy A. Salazar, a resident of La Mesilla, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 28, 2024, at age 82 with his family at his side. He enjoyed many years spending time with his family, always smiling and making himself available to help his children and grandchildren after retiring from the Penitentiary of New Mexico.
He is preceded in death by his...
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