Agnes Maga
Mar 6, 2016
AGNES (PAVLICH) MAGA, 93, died peacefully at her home on Sunday, March 6, 2016. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Joe in 1976 by parents Matilda and Charles Pavlich, sister Betty Jo Pavlich, brothers Joe Pavlich and David Pavlich. Agnes was born on August 22, 1922 in Brilliant, NM where she was raised until moving to Raton, NM....
Donald Marquez
Mar 6, 2016
DONALD MARQUEZ, 53, a resident of Ranchitos, passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2016. He was preceded in death by his father, Jose Ernesto Marquez Sr., mother-in-law, Epifana Martinez; sister-in-law, Dolores Martinez, brother-in-law, David Martinez. Donald is survived by his wife, Sharon Marquez; son, Estevan Marquez (John); mother, Bernie Marquez; sisters, Connie Marquez, Rose Manning, Christina Trujillo, and Norma Marquez;...
Luis Sanchez
Mar 6, 2016
LUIS G. SANCHEZ, 98, a resident of Los Alamos, passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2016 following a lengthy illness surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his sons, Leroy Sanchez and Luis H. Sanchez; parents, Abel and Francesquita Sanchez; sister, Orlecia Archuleta and Filomena Rivera; brother, Delfino Sanchez and grandson, Daniel Sanchez. Luis grew up...
Cheryle Cata-Maestas
Mar 5, 2016
Cheryle Lynn Cata-Maestas 34, a resident of Ohkay Owingeh departed from this life on Saturday March 5, 2016. She was proceeded in death by her grandparents Albert and Bettie Cata; Samuel and Rosita Koteen; her dearest mother Hendrina Cata; her beloved sister, Shannon Cata; her cousin Joseph Marvin Tenorio. Cheryle was a very beautiful and outgoing person filled will laughter...
Gerard Kendall
Mar 5, 2016
GERARD DUDLEY KENDALL, 66, passed away on Saturday, March 5, 2016, in Los Alamos, New Mexico. He was born on November 9, 1949, in Houston, Texas, the son of William T. Kendall and Loretta M. DuBois. He is survived by his wife, two sons and daughter-in-law, a daughter and son-in-law, seven grandchildren, and four siblings. Services will be held in Los Alamos, New...
Ray Pacheco
Mar 5, 2016
RAY H. PACHECO (POOCH), 41, a resident of Las Trampas, passed away on Saturday, March 5, 2016. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jose and Fannie Gonzales; grandmother, Isabel Pacheco and cousin, Greg Pacheco. Ray loved fishing and being outdoors including sawing lumber and doing wood work. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends and he loved...
Roberto Villareal
Mar 4, 2016
ROBERTO VILLAREAL “BIA/BOBE”, 72, a resident of San Juan, passed away on Friday, March 4, 2016. He was preceded in death by his mother, Eutilla Villareal; brothers-in-law, Martin Martinez and Bobby R. Vigil; nephews, Mike Martinez and Pete Chavez. Roberto was known in his community as being a wonderful farmer and Gardner, he enjoyed very much working with animals especially...
Jimmy Gallegos
Mar 3, 2016
Jimmy L. Gallegos, 82, a resident of Questa, went to be with the Lord after battling a short illness on Thursday, March 3, 2016. He was a dedicated family man who loved, served and helped his family, friends and strangers. He will be remembered for his jokes, sense of humor, his stories and his adventures. He was always quick to invite everyone for...
Sarah Gallegos
Mar 2, 2016
SARAH MARIA GALLEGOS, passed away on March 2, 2016 at the age of 93, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 29, 1922 to Macedonio and Maria Nicolacita Tafoya in Talpa, NM and raised in Taos, NM and Antonito, CO. She married Hipolito Orlando Gallegos in 1941. They lived and worked for a few years on family ranch property in...
Susan Graves
Mar 2, 2016
Susan Finkbine Graves of Los Alamos passed away peacefully at her home Wednesday March 2, 2016 at the age of 92. She died gracefully and quietly in the company of her husband and sons. Known as Sue to her family and friends, she led a long and full life. Born in Storm Lake, Iowa, in 1923, Sue was the eldest daughter...
Wanda Lopez-Martinez
Mar 2, 2016
WANDA LOPEZ-MARTINEZ, 53, a resident of Velarde, passed away on Wednesday, March 2, 2016 following a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Manuel and Emma Lopez; daughter, Nadine Lopez; grandparents, Silviano and Eloisa Romero and aunt, Priscilla Diaz. Wanda was a very loving and caring person who loved cooking with a passion, gardening, canning, knitting. She...
Elefio Montoya
Mar 1, 2016
ELEFIO MONTOYA, 94, born in Truchas on November 24, 1921, passed away in Fairview on Tuesday, March 1, 2016. He was born to Esquipula and Dionicia (Pacheco) Montoya who precede him in death. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Juanita (Tafoya); sons, Eric and Orlando; brothers, Rosendo, Pablin, Atanacio, Elizardo and Evaristo; sisters, Cleotilde and Florinda. Mr....
Jimmie Gallegos
Mar 1, 2016
JIMMIE F. GALLEGOS, 83, a resident of Española, passed away on Tuesday, March 1, 2016 following a battle with Alzheimer’s. He was preceded in death by his parents, Santiago and Benigna Gallegos; son, Lawrence (Larry) Gallegos and 6 siblings. Jimmie was in the Navy and later married Dolores in 1956. He retired from NNMCC in El Rito as an Auto...
Marianna Barnes
Mar 1, 2016
MARIANNA J. BARNES, 32, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Tuesday, March 1, 2016. Marianna is survived by her parents, John and Jane Barnes; Tracey Gerber of Ohio; children, Alejandro, Steven, Santiago, Jonathan, Sarah, Emmanuel, and Christian; sister, Mallory Thompson of Ohio, brother, Zach Binckley of Ohio, and many other relatives and friends. Public visitation will begin on Tuesday,...
Alex Salazar Jr.
Mar 1, 2016
ALEX SALAZAR, JR., 94, a resident of Guachupangue, passed away on Tuesday, March 1, 2016. He was preceded in death by his sons, Gilbert J. Salazar and Paul Richard Salazar; grandsons, Miguel and Kenny Salazar; daughters-in-law, Barbara and Rita Salazar; son-in-law, Richard Jamieson; parents, Alejandrino and Rosita Salazar; brothers, John D. and Sixto Salazar; sisters, Rosita Gallegos, Clara Graber and...
Bertha Roybal
Feb 29, 2016
BERTHA E. ROYBAL, 82, a lifelong resident of Dixon, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, February 29, 2016 with her loving family by her side. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dionicio and Patricia Griego; husband, Jose Roybal; sons, Paul and Arthur Roybal; brothers and sisters, Mabel Sanchez, Amy Armijo, Elive Griego and Salomon Griego. Mrs. Roybal is survived...
Elvie Enriques
Feb 29, 2016
ELVIE R. ENRIQUES, 24, a resident of Pojoaque, passed away Monday, February 29, 2016. Elvie was preceded in death by her mother, Loise Enriquez; grandmother, Marry R. Zamora; uncle, Michael Jimenez, and Peter Zamora. She was a beautiful young lady, she had her life struggles but all in all she was an amazing person. Elvie was a loving mother, fun...
Gloria Vigil
Feb 28, 2016
GLORIA ANNA VERONICA VIGIL, 53, born and raised in Chama, currently resided in Albuquerque, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 28, 2016. She was a very wonderful wife, mother, daughter, grandmother, sister and friend. Mrs. Vigil is survived by her husband of 36 years, Archie J. Vigil; daughters, Corina (Lawrence), Christa (Ben) and Angel; mother, Dorothy Gallegos; sisters, Patsy (Gene),...
Augustine Lujan
Feb 28, 2016
Augustine (Gus) Lujan, 93, departed from this life peacefully on Sunday, February 28, 2016. He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Ascencion, (Sennie) and his infant children: Mary Anastasia and John Vincent, his parents: Alfredo and Amada Lujan; sisters; Sarah Roybal, Maclovia Garcia, Endelecia Lujan, and Isabelle Roybal; brothers: Luis Lujan, Leopoldo Lujan, Alfredo Lujan, and Ruben Lujan....
Dominic Herrera
Feb 27, 2016
DOMINIC ISAAC HERRERA, 32, was born on March 29, 1983 to Mildred and Walter Herrera, he went home to be with his beloved Lord on Saturday, February 27, 2016 from injuries received in a motorcycle accident. He was preceded in death by his much loved mother, Mildred Martinez; his grandmother, Irene Martinez; aunt Stephanie Herrera, and uncles. He leaves behind...
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