Wilma Moy
Jul 12, 2019
Wilma J. Moy, 71 a resident of Santa Clara Pueblo passed away peacefully in her home on July 12, 2019 after a lengthy illness. She was proceeded in death by her mother Evelyn Archuleta, grandmother, Rose Koteen, brother Robert Archuleta, and daughter Clarissa Arellano. She was a loving Grandmother, Mother, Aunt, and Sister. She was a special lady who always...
Bidelio Martinez
Jul 11, 2019
BIDELIO MARTINEZ, 84, a resident of Chimayo and Army Veteran who proudly served his country in Germany, passed away peacefully Thursday, July 11, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents, Primitiva and Emilio Martinez; siblings, Willie and Ernesto Martinez, Emma Lopez, Samuel Martinez, Martha Martinez and Emilio Martinez, Jr. Bidelio enjoyed being outdoors. He loved farming and...
Ernestine Romero
Jul 11, 2019
Ernestine Stephanie Romero, 32, of Pojoaque, gained her angel wings on July 11, 2019. Ernestine was proceeded in death by her maternal grandmother Jennie Jimenez, maternal grandparents Juanita and Urbano Jimenez, paternal grandparents Libradita and Roberto Romero, aunts Geneva Barela, Pauline Biddle, and Virginia Romero, uncle Rudy Romero, and nephew Matthew Montoya. Ernestine was born...
Rudy Vigil
Jul 11, 2019
Rudy L. Vigil, 61, a lifelong resident of Rio Chiquito, passed away peacefully following a short illness on Thursday, July 11, 2019.
He was passionate about collecting guns and target shooting with his children. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, camping, riding the RZR, and being around family and friends. One of his greatest joys...
Andres Castaneda
Jul 10, 2019
ANDRES CASTANEDA. 60, a resident of Espanola, passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2019. He was preceded in death by his mother, Estela Valensiano. Andres liked to visit and talk with our neighbor, Mr. Bustos and his friend Rafael best known as Rafa. He enjoyed fishing until his capacities diminished with his illness. Andres loved his grandchildren; he loved to...
Aaron Griego
Jul 10, 2019
Aaron Griego, 88, a lifelong resident of Dixon, passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2019 surrounded by his devoted family. Aaron was born on February 20, 1931 to Bersabe and Flaudio Griego. He was preceded in death by his parents, infant son, Isaac, and sisters, Concha Trujillo and Elsie McBride, mother and father-in-law, Mabel and Nelson Gonzales, and sister-in-law, Nellie...
Donald Velarde Jr.
Jul 8, 2019
Donald Velarde Jr. 46, a resident of Dixon N.M. passed away unexpectedly on July 8th, 2019. Donald was born in Grants N.M. to Donald Velarde Sr. and Dorcas Griego Velarde on August 30, 1972. He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Velarde Sr. and brother Lawrence Velarde, Maternal grandmother Eleanor Griego and paternal grandfather Manuel Griego, paternal grandmother...
Mario Lopez
Jul 6, 2019
MARIO “MODS” LOPEZ, 50, a resident of Espanola, passed away on Saturday, July 6, 2019. Mario was preceded in death by his father, Vernel Joseph Lopez. Mario loved the outdoors and loved going fishing. He loved playing his guitar and spending time with his family. Mario was known for having a big heart and will be greatly missed. He is...
Jennifer Long
Jul 6, 2019
JENNIFER RACHAEL LONG, 32, a resident of Arroyo Seco/Espanola, passed away on Saturday, July 6, 2019. Jennifer was preceded in death by her maternal great-grandmother, E. Jane Shipman, paternal grandfather, Bob Long and paternal uncle, Dale Long. Jennifer graduated from Pojoaque High School in 2005. After a few years of college at UNM, she decided to follow her mother’s profession...
Juan Martinez
Jul 5, 2019
Juan Ian Martinez,
Let it be known that on Friday, July 5, 2019 another Soldier of God, Juan Martinez has returned home to our Lord in Heaven. Juan lived his life here on Earth in the city of Espanola, NM. He passed away at home and crossed through the Gates of Heaven at the young age of...
Tommy Montoya
Jul 5, 2019
Tommy D. Montoya, 70, a lifelong resident of Chimayo, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday, July 5, 2019. Tommy was preceded in death by his parents, Manuel and Maria Montoya; brothers, Rudy and Joe Montoya; son-in-law, Matthew Gutierrez; father and mother- in-law, Emiterio and Amelia Vigil; uncle, Narciso Trujillo and brothers-in-law, Ernie and Gerard Vigil.
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Manuel Gallegos
Jul 1, 2019
MANUEL J. GALLEGOS, 63, a resident of El Guache, passed away on Monday, July 1, 2019. He was preceded in death by his father, Jose Medardo Gallegos; Godfather, Guzman Jaramillo; daughter, Lisa Gallegos; siblings, Nick (Spook), Eddie (Flappers); sister, Donna Gallegos and grandparents who he was raised by Julian and Trinidad Gallegos from El Rito and Fidel and Adelina Martinez...
Mary Vasquez
Jun 29, 2019
MARY VASQUEZ, 97, went to be with our Lord in Heaven on Saturday, June 29, 2019 in Albuquerque. She was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents, and husband Benigno Vasquez. She was born on August 2, 1921 in La Placita, NM. Her parents were Eliseo and Alcarita Lujan. Mary was raised by her grandparents Juan Jose and Marianita...
Nancy E. Lopez
Jun 28, 2019
Nancy E. Lopez , age 79 a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving children on Wednesday June 28, 2019. She was preceded in death by her son Andrew Lopez; parents, John and Mary Lopez and aunt Evangeline Montoya. Nancy was a generous, kind, and loving person, family was the most important part of...
Mary Atencio
Jun 28, 2019
MARY BEATRICE ATENCIO, 67, a resident of Chama, passed away on Friday, June 28, 2019 of natural causes. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Vicente Nickolas and Toni, Beatrice Atencio; her grandparents, Paulito and Sylviana Martinez and Jesus Maria and Escondena Atencio. Mary passed away in her home in Chama Friday night. She was loved by her...
Maguin Romero
Jun 24, 2019
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Maguin Romero 64, a lifelong resident of Espanola, NM, passed away on Monday, June 24, 2019 surrounded by his loving family, following a lengthy illness. He was born on November 29, 1954 to Maguin and Teresa Romero. Maguin was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Albert Romero,...
Jose (Victor) Lopez
Jun 23, 2019
JOSE VICTORIANO (VICTOR) LOPEZ, a Las Trampas native, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on Sunday, June 23, 2019. Victor was preceded in death by his parents, Juan Antonio and Maclovia Lopez; sisters, Bertha Vigil, Manuelita Sanchez, Louisa Lopez, brothers, Delfido Lopez, Ernestino Lopez and Liberato Lopez. After leaving New Mexico, Victor traveled to several states seeking...
Mari Tara (nee Marian Dietrich)
Jun 21, 2019
Mari Tara (nee Marian Dietrich) passed on Friday, June 21, 2019. She was born on September 30, 1943, in Cedar Falls, IA. She was preceded in death by her father, John Franklin Dietrich and her mother, Orva Mitchell Dietrich, and leaves behind a sister, Suzanne, nieces Dara Chantarit (Del Mar, CA), and Yana Cabell in Hawaii, great-niece Jaya, great-nephews...
Epimenia Lovato
Jun 21, 2019
Epimenia C. Lovato, 89, a resident of Espanola, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 21, 2019 after a short illness. She was preceded in death by her parents and her siblings, Victoria, Rosa, Pablita, Carmel, and Maria; and her eldest son Ernesto Lovato and wife Helen. She was known to everyone as Pepper and was a devout catholic and loving...
"Sunny" Amarante Maestas
Jun 20, 2019
“SUNNY” AMARANTE MAESTAS, 68, a resident of Medanales, passed away on Thursday, June 20, 2019. Amarante was preceded in death by his mother, Rachel Maestas and daughter, Bobbie Jo Barnett. He is survived by his wife, Rosemary Maestas of Medanales; father, Joe Maestas of Payson, UT; sisters, Margaret (Ron) Cornelius of Kaysville, UT, Cordy (Don) Cornelius of Lindon, UT,...
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