Phillip Herrera
Oct 12, 2019
PHILLIP L HERRERA, a resident of Nambe, passed away on Saturday, October 12, 2019. Phillip was born on March 23 ,1973 to Osmundo and Tina Herrera. He was preceded in death by his sister, Stephanie Herrera; niece Vanessa Herrera nephew Nathaniel Chavez; cousins Manuelita Herrera and Clarissa Castellano; paternal grandparents, Flaviano and Celia Herrera, maternal grandparents, Max and Luisa...
Joe Valdez
Oct 10, 2019
Joe L. Valdez, 89, a resident of San Pedro, formerly of Denver, Colorado was called home on October 10, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his father, Manuel Antonio Valdez and mother, Beatrice Martinez Valdez; brothers, Elued and Anselmo Val Valdez; sisters, Evangeline Jaramillo and Viola Lopez.
Joe was born in...
David Garcia
Oct 6, 2019
David L. Garcia, 74, a resident of Ranchitos, NM passed away on Sunday, October 6, 2019. David was born on April 17, 1945 in San Pedro, NM to Vicente and Amada Garcia. He was preceded in death by his parents, Vicente Garcia and Amada P. Garcia (Pacheco); maternal grandparents, Pedro Pacheco and Maria Pacheco (Barela); paternal grandparents, Salomon and Refugio...
Leonardo "Leo" Tafoya
Oct 5, 2019
LEONARDO "LEO" TAFOYA , age 82, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday evening, October 5, 2019 at the family home in Santa Clara Pueblo.
Leo was born, the sixth of thirteen children, on February 23, 1937, to Alcario and Margaret Tafoya, in Santa Clara Pueblo. He graduated from Espanola High School in 1958. He performed with...
Jerry Martinez
Oct 4, 2019
JERRY JEREMY MARTINEZ, 49, a resident of Arroyo Seco, formerly of Chimayo and Grants, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2019. He was preceded in death by his children, Adrian (AJ) and Amanda (Mandy); maternal grandparents, Manuelita and Juan Vigil, and paternal grandparents, Elias and Cleofas Martinez; Godfather, Mauricio Martinez Jr. Jerry lived life to the fullest, loved his Broncos,...
Yvette Saiz
Oct 3, 2019
Yvette L. Saiz, 49, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 3, 2019 surrounded by loved ones. She was preceded in death by her mother, Reyes R. Manzanares. She enjoyed many things in life such as going fishing/camping, playing Yahtzee, painting her nails, drinking Coca-Cola, listening to country music, watching forensic files, and spending time with her family...
Gabriel Salazar
Oct 3, 2019
Gabriel E. Salazar , 69, a resident of Ranchitos, passed away surrounded by his family and friends on Thursday, October 3, 2019 at UNMH in Albuquerque. He was born to Sidelia & Frank Salazar on January 19, 1950 in Coyote.
He was preceded in death by both his parents; mother and father-in-law, Martina and Evaristo...
Vincent "Chopper" Lopez
Oct 1, 2019
VINCENT MARCUS LOPEZ “CHOPPER”, 65, a lifelong resident of Chamita, passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at home following a lengthy illness.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Jose G. and Olivama Lopez of Chamita; brothers, Jose G. Jr., Tomas, and Benny Lopez of Chamita, Vivian Lopez of Los Luceros and...
Daniel Martinez
Oct 1, 2019
It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Daniel “Louie” Martinez after a brief illness. Louie was a resident of Gallina and transitioned from the arms of his loving family to enter the Kingdom of Heaven on Tuesday, October 1, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents, Tomas and Rosita Martinez....
Josephine Garcia
Sep 29, 2019
JOSEPHINE T. GARCIA, 93, a resident of Espanola, passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2019 born the daughter of the late Benerito and Angelina Garcia. She was preceded in death by her brother Jesus Maria Garcia, sisters, Mary Garcia Lujan and husband Sostenes Marcelina Garcia Serrano and husband Seferino, Eufelia Garcia Martinez and husband Joe, and Tillie Garcia Cortez and...
Frank Gallegos
Sep 27, 2019
Frank D. Gallegos , 60, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Friday, September 27, 2019. He was born on March 2 in Española. He started his career working in the propane industry and finished with bus driving at the Mesa Vista School District and owning and operating his propane business. He was a...
Annabelle Medina
Sep 23, 2019
ANNABELLE MEDINA, 68, a resident of Chimayo, went home to be with the Lord peacefully, on Monday, September 23, 2019. Annabelle will be welcomed into Heaven by her Husband, Paul H Medina; daughter, Tammie Medina; grandson, David Trujillo; Jr.; Son-in-law, David Trujillo and her parents Willie and Susana Duran. Annabelle grew up in Chimayo, fell in love with the...
Mary Martinez
Sep 23, 2019
Mary A. Martinez, age 76, a resident of Chimayo passed away peacefully Monday, September 23, 2019 at her home due to a lengthy illness. She was born August 23, 1943 to Arturo and Lupita Herrera in Espanola. She was marriedon October 13, 1962 to her life long friend and love, Jose C. Martinez. She dedicated her life and was baptized to Jehovah in 1960 as one of...
Raymond Gallegos
Sep 23, 2019
RAYMOND G. GALLEGOS, 83, a resident of El Guache, passed away on Monday, September 23, 2019. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gloria T. Gallegos; son, Kenneth Gallegos; parents, Luis and Belen Gallegos; sister, Vangie Quintana and Edulia Gallegos. In May of 1953, Raymond was inducted into the United States Army. He took his basic Training in Fort...
James Trujillo
Sep 23, 2019
JAMES TRUJILLO, 69, a resident of Truchas, born on February 23, 1950. He went peacefully with family by his side on Monday, September 23, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents, Isaias and Elizaida Trujillo; sister, Juanita Trujillo, bother, Gilbert Trujillo. He is survived by his sisters, Adelina Trujillo, Bridget Salazar, Concha Trujillo, brothers, Acorcinio Trujillo (Stephanie),...
Kathy Lujan
Sep 22, 2019
KATHY HAMPTON LUJAN , 69, a resident of Espanola, was born on October 22, 1949, to Ralph Hampton and Gertrude Wells Hampton in Espanola. She passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2019. She married her husband and best friend, George Lujan in 1975. She was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband...
Lloyd Montoya
Sep 22, 2019
Lloyd Montoya 73, died on September 22, 2019 at his home in Santa Fe. He was born on Aug. 16,1946 in Santa Fe to Liberato and Eutemia Montoya. He married his best friend, Barbara Flores on December 15, 1989. He joins his dad, mom, 5 brothers, and 2 sisters in heaven. Mr. Montoya is survived by his...
Renezmae Calzada
Sep 20, 2019
Renezmae “Mae Mae” Calzada, age 5, resident of Santa Clara Pueblo started her new life in Heaven in September 2019. Mae Mae had a kind heart, huge laugh, and an amazing smile. She cared for everyone. She always loved to dance and draw. Other favorite hobbies included coloring, singing, playing dress up, playing outside, and baking cookies. Her favorite movie...
David Quintana
Sep 19, 2019
DAVID QUINTANA, 69, a resident of Cuarteles, passed away on Thursday, September 19, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents, Biterbo and Zulema Quintana. After David retired from the Department of Transportation, he then dedicated the rest of his life in service to the Carmelites of Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Santa Fe. Mr. Quintana is survived...
Arsenio Romero
Sep 18, 2019
ARSENIO “ARCHIE” ROMERO, 87, a resident of Cordova, was born on May 27, 1932. He went peacefully to his final resting place on September 18, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents, Victor and Beroniz Romero; in-laws, Sarita and Candido Trujillo; son, Candido “Candiman” Romero; son-in-law, Kenny Romero; sisters, Cipia Dominguez and Adonelia Pacheco; brothers, Moises, Felix...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries
HeartLight offers a variety of support groups, education, resources, and special programming related to grief and loss.
365 Days of Grief Support
Sign up for one year of grief messages designed to offer hope and healing during difficult first year after a loss
