Obituary Listing

Raymond Pacheco - Courtesy Announcement

Raymond Pacheco - Courtesy Announcement

Feb 10, 2017

Raymond David Pacheco, age 49, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Friday, February 10, 2017.  Raymond - born in Los Alamos on July 20, 1967, is the son of Ida Serna Pacheco and the late Epimenio Anthonio Pacheco. Ray is survived by his loving mother and his wife Mary. He also leaves behind his siblings; Manuel of Los...

Theodore Lovato

Theodore Lovato

Feb 10, 2017

THEODORE “NATHAN” LOVATO, 54, a resident of Chimayo, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 10, 2017. He was preceded in death by his mother, Nettie Lovato; sister, Delilah Padilla; brother-in-law, Louie Ulibarri. He loved fishing, hunting, camping and just being outdoors. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Theodore is survived by his companion, Stephanie...

Leroy Martinez

Leroy Martinez

Feb 9, 2017

Leroy A. Martinez, a resident of Las Nutrias New Mexico, passed away on Thursday, February 9, 2017.  He was preceded in death by his parents Manuel A. Martinez and Avenicia Martinez; brother, Gilbert O. Martinez; son, Anthony Paul Martinez and daughter Amanda A. Martinez.  Leroy was a lifelong rancher/cattle producer, and served the New Mexico Livestock Board as a cattle inspector for...

Ronnie Martinez - Courtesy Announcement

Ronnie Martinez - Courtesy Announcement

Feb 8, 2017

Ronnie "Moosie" Hector Martinez 59 died February 8, 2017 of natural causes in Reno, Nevada. Ronnie was born June 11,1957 in Butte Montana to Hector J Martinez and Dolores T Quintero Martinez.  Ronnie spent his grammar years in Montana and then the family moved to his dad's hometown of Chimayo, New Mexico.  After reaching adulthood Ronnie left Chimayo to go live closer...

Johnnie Martinez

Johnnie Martinez

Feb 8, 2017

JOHNNIE S. MARTINEZ, 87, a resident of Velarde, passed away on Wednesday, February 8, 2017.  He was preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Bonnie, who passed away on the very same date in 2015; his parents, Rudolfo and Maria Martinez; his granddaughter, Tonya; and several brothers and sisters. Mr. Martinez is survived by his wife, Ella, with whom he shared...

Elfedo Sandoval

Elfedo Sandoval

Feb 8, 2017

Elfedo Sandoval, 42, a resident of Medanales passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 8, 2017. He was preceded in death by his father, Fredrick Sandoval; and infant son Angelito Sandoval; grandfather, Ygnacio Coronado; maternal great-grandparents, Eusebio and Agueda Martinez; paternal grandmother, Ida Sandoval; uncle, Leonard Maestas.  Elfedo worked for Coronado Construction for many years as a floor finisher. He loved wood...

Nathaniel Montoya

Nathaniel Montoya

Feb 8, 2017

NATHANIEL A. MONTOYA, 26, a resident of Truchas, passed away on Wednesday, February 8, 2017. He was preceded in death by his infant uncle, Adam Montoya; great-grandparents, Desiderio and Elena Romero, Nabor and Delmiria Montoya, grandparents, Donald and Hope Lopez. Nathaniel enjoyed the mountains, he loved riding his dirt bikes and ATVS. He loved the smell of wood, Nathaniel was...

Destiny Valdez

Destiny Valdez

Feb 7, 2017

DESTINY M. VALDEZ, 23, a resident of Peñasco, was called to be with our Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February 7, 2017. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Frank Rodarte Sr., great grandfather, Amarante Romero, great grandmother, Anita Romero, her paternal grandmother, Elvia Valdez; uncles, Edwin and Darwin Valdez and her sweet cousin Ciara Barela. Beautiful Destiny...

Velma Jordan

Velma Jordan

Feb 7, 2017

Velma Jordan, 83, born November 19, 1933, a resident of Española passed away on Tuesday, February 7, 2017. She was preceded in death by her parents; 16 siblings, and daughters, Edna Chelf, Beverly and Brenda Carter.  The youngest of 17, born to parents Alex and Mattie Jordan in Mississippi.  Velma leaves behind, Doloris Jackson and husband Eddie of Española, Mary Thomas and...

Edna Sutton

Edna Sutton

Feb 7, 2017

Edna Marie Sutton passed away on February 7, 2017 of an unexpected illness. Marie was a loving and devoted Military wife to her surviving husband Terry Dean Sutton of 56 years. Her two daughters are Lisa Scott and Sherri Knapp. Marie also leaves behind her four loving grandchildren, Jay Scott, Kristina Little, Sara Scott and Sabrina Little. Marie was the...

Rosina (Rose) Gray

Rosina (Rose) Gray

Feb 6, 2017

ROSINA (ROSE) VIOLA GRAY, 79, a resident of Santa Cruz, passed away on Monday, February 6, 2017 following a short illness. She was preceded in death by her mother, Zenaida Griego in 1981; brother, Juan Santiago Griego in 1991; father, Juan Andres Griego in 1996. Rose was born in Los Ancones, NM on October 16, 1937 to Juan Andres and...

Mercedes Jaramillo

Mercedes Jaramillo

Feb 3, 2017

Mercedes Jaramillo, 64, a resident of Española was called to be with our Lord on Friday, February 3, 2017. She passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving husband and family. Mercedes was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt. She was devoted to her faith and to her family. She was also a member of the Holy Cross Society...

Cornelio Trujillo

Cornelio Trujillo

Feb 2, 2017

Cornelio Trujillo, age 91, a resident of Chimayo, passed away on Thursday, February 2, 2017.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Miguel and Eloisa Trujillo; infant daughter Priscilla; brother, Juan Trujillo and Corina Trujillo; daughter in law, Rachel Trujillo. Cornelio was a strong, hardworking man that never stopped. As a young man, he left school to support his mother...

Alfred Sena

Alfred Sena

Jan 30, 2017

ALFRED SENA, 77, a resident of Española, passed away on Monday, January 30, 2017. He was preceded in death by his parents, Manuel and Sylviana Sena. Alfred was a loving and caring father who cared for his family deeply. He had a great personality and was easy to get along with. He was also a hardworking man who took pride...

Tina Garcia

Tina Garcia

Jan 29, 2017

Tina Marie Garcia, 44, a resident of Nambe, passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2017 following a health complication. She is preceded in death by the father of her son, Vincente Herrera; grandmother, Inez Garcia; grandfather, Mariaño Garcia; cousins, Willie Joe Garcia, Vidal Romero and Manuel Montoya; sister-in-law, Elvie Enriquez; friend, April Maestas. Tina worked for childcare services for the...

Cirila Martinez

Cirila Martinez

Jan 28, 2017

Cirila Martinez, 96, a resident of Taos, passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2017. Recitation of the Rosary will be held on Wednesday, February 1, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Arroyo Seco. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. also at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church...

George Sarwinski

George Sarwinski

Jan 26, 2017

George Maximillion Sarwinski (spelled with “SKI” because no Polack can spell toboggan) passed away on January 26th, 2017 in Los Alamos, New Mexico at the young age of 90. George was preceded in death by his parents, John and Veronica Sarwinski; siblings, Ann Murphy, Sophie Sarwinski, Al Sarwinski, Veronica Williamson, Thaddeus Sarwinski, Ruth Ritmeyer, Irene Krakovsky, Frances Hughes, Stanley Sarwinski,...

Arthur Romero

Arthur Romero

Jan 25, 2017

Brothers, Michael Albert Romero, age 59 and Arthur Andrew Romero, age 54, both lifelong residents of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 25th 2017. They were preceded in death by their parents, Elizardo and Griselda Romero; brothers and sister, Roland, Rachel, Antonio, Richard, Carl, Daniel and Christopher Romero. Michael was a Veteran of the United States Army, having served...

Michael Romero

Michael Romero

Jan 25, 2017

Brothers, Michael Albert Romero, age 59 and Arthur Andrew Romero, age 54, both lifelong residents of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 25th 2017. They were preceded in death by their parents, Elizardo and Griselda Romero; brothers and sister, Roland, Rachel, Antonio, Richard, Carl, Daniel and Christopher Romero. Michael was a Veteran of the United States Army, having served...

Nellie Manzanares

Nellie Manzanares

Jan 24, 2017

NELLIE R. MANZANARES, 73, a resident of Espanola, passed away on Tuesday, January 24, 2017. Nellie Manzanares-Age 73, a Resident of El LLano, NM, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, January 24th, 2017. Nellie was born on July 24, 1943 In Espanola, NM and was our beautiful, Precious Butterfly, that brought great joy and warmth to...