Obituary Listing

Mary Lou Salazar

Jan 14, 2019

MARY LOU STELLA SALAZAR, 80, a resident of La Mesilla passed away peacefully at home on Monday, January 14, 2019. She was a devoted cosmetologist for over 50 years in the surrounding communities; and had such a passion for it and she continued at home, even after she retired. She loved being outdoors watering her flowers, watching and...

Eduardo Pacheco

Jan 13, 2019

EDUARDO F. PACHECO, 73, a resident of Rio Lucio, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday, January 13, 2019. He was preceded in death by his son, Gregory Pacheco; parents, Crecencio and Eduvigen Pacheco; siblings, Floyd, Santiago Pacheco, Rose Payan and Elizaida Gurule; brothers-in-law, Teddy Abeyta, Gregory, Benny and Ernest Lopez; in-laws, Louis and Reyecita Lopez; close cousin,...

Arturo "El Tury" Medina

Jan 13, 2019

Arturo F. “El Tury” Medina, 76, a lifelong resident of El Potrero de Chimayo, peacefully joined our Lord in Heaven, surrounded by his family at his home on Sunday, January 13, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis Medina and Sofia Sandoval; stepmother, Gripinia Medina; sisters, Merlene Candelaria and Orlinda Griffin; brothers, Levi, Michael, and Gene...

Andrew Ortega

Jan 13, 2019

ANDREW ORTEGA, 32, a resident of Hernandez, passed away on Sunday, January 13, 2019 in the line of duty. He was preceded in death by his sister, Rebecca “Lulu” Ortega. Andrew was a member of the 91st Engineer Battalion of the 1st Calvary Division, III Corps and Fort Hood. He previously worked at the Ohkay Owingeh Casino as a security...

Viola Morfin

Jan 12, 2019

VIOLA S. MORFIN , 84, a resident of Albuquerque, and born in Youngsville, passed away of natural causes, surrounded by her loved ones on January 12, 2019.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Nelson Morfin, Sr.; daughter, Lorraine Romero; infant son, Joseph Morfin; mother, Raquel Serrano; father, Aquilino Serrano; step-mother, Patrocinia Serrano; brothers,...

Eloy Gallegos

Jan 11, 2019

Eloy “Pancho” Gallegos, 76, a lifelong resident of Abiquiu, passed away on Friday, January 11, 2019. He was preceded in death by his wife Juanita Gallegos; parents Gabriel and Corina Gallegos; sister Maryeve Martinez. Eloy served honorably for over 20 years and was a retiree of the US Air Force. Eloy loved being in the outdoors hunting and fishing he...

Adolfa Lucero

Jan 11, 2019

Adolfa Lucero, 83, a lifelong resident of Lyden, passed away on Friday, January 11, 2019 peacefully at home with her beloved pet Tinkerbell by her side. She was preceded in death by her husband Ignacio Lucero; parents Jose and Lucia Sena; brothers Ralph Sena and Vicente Montoya Jr. Adolfa; sister Rosie Quintana. Adolfa loved going and spending time at all...

Duane Verley

Jan 8, 2019

Duane Verley, 61, a resident of Espanola, NM, passed away of natural causes on January 8, 2019.

Duane was born February 26, 1957 in Rawlins, WY, he is the son of James and Sharon Verley.

He was raised in Sheridan, Wyoming and upon graduation served 6 years as an EM2 on the USS James Monroe...

Jose Montoya

Jan 8, 2019

JOSE BENITO MONTOYA, 69, a resident of Lyden, passed away on Tuesday, January 8, 2019 after a brief illness. He was preceded in death by his son, Robert Montoya; parents, Jose Ignacio and Carlota Montoya; sisters, Irene Lopez and Eufelia Valdez; brothers, Joe Jr., Jose F. and Arturo and brother-in-law, Rex Roybal. Benito was known for having a Pepsi...

Renee Martinez

Jan 8, 2019

RENEE A. MARTINEZ, 43, a resident of Chimayo, passed away on Tuesday, January 8, 2019. Renee was preceded in death by her daughter, Janaee Martinez; mother, Loraine Martinez, father, Savino Martinez; grandparents, Antonio and Gregoria Martinez; brothers, Benjie and Tomas Martinez; uncles, Gilberto Martinez, aunt, Olga Martinez; cousins, Evan Martinez, Donna Martinez, and Anthony Martinez. She is survived by her...

Jose Archuleta

Jan 7, 2019

JOSE E. ARCHULETA, 90, a resident of Chili passed away on Monday, January 7, 2019 following a lengthy illness.  Jose was preceded in death by his wife, Frances Archuleta; son, James Archuleta; parents, Antonio and Marceline Archuleta; siblings, Susan Atencio, Romanita Roybal, Pablino Archuleta, Oriela Baker, Felipe Archuleta, and Baltzar Archuleta. Jose married Frances in 1957 and they were...

MaryAgnes Valdez

Jan 7, 2019

MaryAgnes Valdez, 68, a resident of Velarde, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. MaryAgnes Valdez was preceded in death by her son Danny Valdez and parents Erminio and Alejandrina Martinez. She was a loving and caring wife, mother, and grandmother and loved her family dearly.  She is survived by her husband of of 48 years Felix Valdez,...

Arturo Baca

Jan 6, 2019

Arturo (Artie) Baca, 55, a resident of El Rito, passed away unexpectedly on January 6th, 2019.  He is preceded in death by his father Ramon D. Baca, grandparents Frank and Felicita Sena, and grandmother Guadalupe Baca. Artie radiated such an amazing energy, that you could feel it the second he walked into the room, he had such a way...

Consuelo Montoya

Jan 6, 2019

CONSUELO HELEN MONTOYA, 80, a resident of Chama, passed away of Natural Causes on Sunday, January 6, 2019. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charlie Montoya; father, Candido Moya, mother, Sophia Serrano; sisters, Mela Salazar, Grace Short, Lupita Martinez and Teresa Martinez, brothers, Onofre Moya, Cerriaco Moya, and Emilio Moya. Consuelo is survived by her sons, Freddie...

Amada Rodriguez

Jan 5, 2019

Amada Rodriguez, 68, a resident of Ranchos De Taos, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on January 5, 2019.  Amada was preceded in death by her parents; Moises and Benancia Atencio, siblings; Minerva Archuleta, Umberto Atencio, Delilah Atencio, Esther Morales, Guadalupe Atencio, Rosina Valdez, and Larry Atencio. Amada was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and loved...

Edalia "Dolly" Montoya

Jan 5, 2019

EDALIA “DOLLY” MONTOYA, 69, a lifelong resident of Chili, passed away of a lengthy illness on Saturday, January 5, 2019. Edalia was preceded in death by her parents, Gabriel and Gregorita Chavez; brothers, Guillermo Hernan, Anurfo, and Manuel Chavez; nephew, Daniel Rendon. She loved sewing, shopping and baking, but especially loved her grandkids and her family. She will be...

Claudinia (Claudia) Giron

Jan 5, 2019

Claudinia (Claudia) A. Giron, a resident of La Mesilla, NM was called to be with her Heavenly Father on January 5, 2019. Claudia was a loving mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, neighbor and friend. Claudia loved dancing and enjoyed going for rides to see God’s beauty. She was full of life and always opened up her heart and home...

Amos Duran

Jan 5, 2019

Amos Duran, 51, a resident of El Rancho, went peacefully to be with the Lord on Saturday January 5, 2019. Amos was preceded in death by his parents, Fermin and Lillian Duran; daughter, Angel Morfin, Amos was one of the kindest, and loving person anyone can ever meet. His presence always lit up a room and brought everyone so much...

Barbara Fitzgerald

Jan 4, 2019

Barbara K. Fitzgerald, 83, a resident of Los Alamos passed away unexpectedly on January 4th, 2019.  A full obituary and service information will be posted as soon as it becomes available. The family of Barbara K. Fitzgerald has entrusted their loved one to the DeVargas Funeral Home and Crematory of the Espanola Valley.  505-747-7477 www.devargasfuneral.com

Diana Jackson

Jan 4, 2019

Diana Jackson, 76, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully after a brief illness.  Diana is survived by her husband William Jackson of Taos, along with other numerous relatives and friends. The family of Diana Jackson has entrusted their loved one to the caring staff of DeVargas Funeral Home and Crematory of the Espanola Valley. 505-747-7477 . www.devargasfuneral.com