Obituary Listing

Jul 25, 2020

JOSE G. “WILLIE” SALAZAR, 87,  a resident of El Guache, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, July 25, 2020.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Juan B. and Raquel Salazar; sister, Mary Padilla (Frank), Lydia Maestas (Jake), Bernie Romero; Aurelia Lopez (Abelino); in-laws, Pedro and Beroniz Garcia, brothers-in-law; Amado, Delfin, Abelino, and Audoro Garcia.  Willie...

Jul 25, 2020

Rose Martinez, 73, a resident of Ensenada, New Mexico passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Saturday, July 25, 2020. Rose was born in Cebolla, New Mexico on December 6, 1946 to Rosa and Alfonso “Choncho” Martinez.  She was the middle of five children.  Rose graduated from Tierra Amarilla High School and then went on to Highlands...

Jul 24, 2020

Horacio A. Manzanares, 89, a resident of Medanales, passed away on Friday, July 24, 2020.  He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years Beatrice M. Manzanares; parents Enrique and Estefanita Manzanares; sons Horacio Jr. and Juan Manzanares; granddaughters Beverly Manzanares and Veronica Martinez; sister Claudina Manzanares and infant brother.  Horacio is survived by his children, David Manzanares...

Jul 22, 2020

MARGARET L. SISNEROS, 74, a resident of El Guache, passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2020. She was preceded in death by her son, Mark James Sisneros; parents, Manuel Antonio Medina and Pomocena Medina; in-laws, Anastacio and Roberta Sisneros; brothers, Abedon, Gilbert, Guillermo and Robert Medina; sister, Eufelia Sisneros; sister-in-law, Genovieve Pignoni; brothers-in-law, Pancracio Rael, Anastacio Sisneros, Jr., Orlando Borrego...

Jul 19, 2020

Susie V. Herrera, age 97 years and 6 months, of Nambe, NM, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, July 19, 2020.

Susie was born on January 25, 1923 in Cundiyo, New Mexico to Pedro and Petrita Vigil. She was raised in Cundiyo in a large family consisting of thirteen brothers and sisters. Susie was considered...

Jul 18, 2020

ARMANDO RICARDO ORTIZ, 90, formerly of Santa Fe, most recently residing in Chili, was carried home by our blessed mother on Saturday, July 18, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, Urbano and Theresita Ortiz; in-laws, Seferino and Marcelina Serrano; his son, Arthur (Woody) Ortiz; 5 sisters; 1 brother; and 2 loving granddaughters. Armando was 16 when he...

Jul 18, 2020

Antonio “Tocayo” Ricardo Martinez Jr. (aka “Tony”) of Los Luceros NM, went to be with our Lord on Saturday July 18th, 2020 surrounded by his family.

Our dad, Antonio, was 98 years old when he passed. He was preceded in death by his wife, Fortunata (“Fortie”) Martinez; son, Joseph Anthony Martinez; parents, Antonio and Manuelita...

Jul 15, 2020

SIXTO JOSE MARTINEZ, 93, a resident of Medanales, went to be with our Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 15, 2020 following a brief illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bencensalo and Celia Martinez; grandparents who raised him, Benina and Abelino Garcia; brothers, Frank, Abelino, Horacio; sisters, Benina and Theresa. Mr. Martinez is survived by his wife...

Jul 14, 2020

We are saddened to announce the passing of our beloved son, brother, uncle, friend, Michael A. Martinez, 33 a resident of Rio Rancho, formerly of Alcalde, NM on Tuesday July 14, 2020 as a result of Covid-19. He was born to Anthony and Judy Martinez of Alcalde on June 15, 1987. He was a 2005 graduate of Espanola Valley...

Jul 11, 2020

On July 11, 2020 we lost our beloved father, KENNETH A. PERRAGLIO , who passed peacefully in his sleep and went to be with our beloved mother, his wife of 52 years. Ken was born to Phillip Perraglio Sr. and Maria Matilda Cruz Perraglio on August 3, 1937 in Salida, Colorado.  The family moved to Pojoaque where...

Jul 11, 2020

MELONEY SANCHEZ , age 60, a resident of Lyden, went with our Lord on Saturday, July 11, 2020 after a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Randy and Shawn Warrick; her parents, Ronald D. and Mary Ellen Warrick; and her son, Juan DeJesus Sanchez. Meloney is survived by her husband, Juan Sanchez; daughters,...

Jul 8, 2020

ORLANDO MARTINEZ, 87, a lifelong resident of Chama, was born on April 24, 1933 and passed away at his home on Wednesday, July 8, 2020.  Orlando was preceded in death by his son, Ismael Martinez and loving wife, Helen Rose Martinez. Orlando was a Godly man who was strong in his faith, a hard-working man who provided for his large family...

Jul 6, 2020

VIOLA M. ROMERO , a resident of Ocate, NM was peacefully welcomed into the gates of Heaven on Monday, July 6, 2020.  She was born on March 25, 1933. She was preceded in death by her parents, Manuel and Elisa Martinez; aunt whom raised her Corina Yara; in-laws, Andres and Rosauda “Vita” Romero; spouse, Ben Romero; sons,...

Jul 6, 2020

DOMITILA ARCHULETA (TILA), age 97 years and 10 months, of Dixon, New Mexico, went with our Lord on Monday, July 6, 2020, at her home surrounded by her family.  Domitila was born on September 9, 1922 in Dixon. She was preceded in death by her husband, Amado Archuleta; her parents, Filigonio and Marina Sanchez; daughter, Amadita “Amy”...

Jul 6, 2020

Laura Mae Pino, 72, of Santa Clara Pueblo passed away on July 6, 2020, after fighting a short battle with cancer. Laura was proceeded in death by her parents Madeline N. Tafoya and Jose A. Tafoya; Brother Thomas Tafoya; granddaughter Justine F. Tafoya; and husbands Michael Hyde, Claude Tafoya and Eugene K. Pino. Laura is survived by her sons, Joseph...

Jul 6, 2020

JOE GABRIEL MARTINEZ , 86, a resident of Española passed away on Monday, July 6, 2020 surrounded by his loving family.  Joe enjoyed traveling with his wife and family to Las Vegas, Nevada, Pagosa Springs, and Durango, Colorado.  He also liked watching his TV Spanish channels and other favorite shows and movies.  Joe retired from LANL (Zia)...

Jul 5, 2020

LUELLA MOE (BUSTOS) , 52, a resident of Espanola, gained her angels wings on Sunday, July 5, 2020, after a lengthy illness. Luella was born on September 19, 1967 to Larquin and Mary Bustos. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Vicente and Amada Garcia; paternal grandparents, Max and Bersabe Bustos. She was known for...

Jul 4, 2020

We are saddened to announce that Leroy Vigil, 81, our beloved father, grandfather, Tio, Padrino, and friend passed away peacefully on Saturday July 4, 2020. Born in Truchas, NM he lived a long and happy life and loved his family unconditionally. He was dedicated to his faith and served as a penitente for close to 70 years and instilled...

Jul 2, 2020

IRMA TRIVINO, 73, a resident of Chili, passed away of a lengthy illness on Thursday, July 2, 2020.  She was preceded in death by her husband Luis Trivino, mother, Emilia Suina, father, Roberto Martinez and Terry Martinez.  Irma was a dedicated mother wife, and homemaker. She loved to cook for her family, crochet and sew. She enjoyed camping and attending...

Jul 1, 2020

REYNALDO SANDOVAL our beloved father, grandfather, brother and friend went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 1, 2020. He loved his beautiful Truchas (Llano Quemado) where he resided all his life. At the age of 28 he suffered an accident where he was left paralyzed on his right side. Even through his disability he would never complain or...