Obituary Listing

Fernando Gabriel - age 58 - Chimayo Bimonte

Fernando Gabriel - age 58 - Chimayo Bimonte

Nov 10, 2013

Fernando Bimonte, 58, a resident of Chimayo, artist, brother, mentor, friend, was called home to our Lord and Savior on Sunday, November 10, 2013 on his final journey to where his artist’s eye and color palate has never seen such beauty. He traveled the world from Uruguay to Italy, Spain, New York, and finally to the valley of Chimayo, where...

Merced Manuel - Age 84 - Los Alamos/Española Lopez

Merced Manuel - Age 84 - Los Alamos/Española Lopez

Nov 8, 2013

MERCED MANUEL LOPEZ, SR., 84, a resident of Los Alamos and Española, passed away on Friday, November 8, 2013. The family, friends and loved ones of Merced Manuel Lopez, Sr. celebrate his life. Born on January 31, 1929, in Cuarteles, to the late Fidelia and Noberto Lopez. Merced was the proud head of family to 11 children, 19 grandchildren and...

Jennifer - Santa Fe - Neuman-Roper -

Jennifer - Santa Fe - Neuman-Roper -

Nov 8, 2013

JENNIFER MARTIN NEUMAN-ROPER, 44, went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 8, 2013. She was preceded in death by her father, Pete Roper; paternal grandparents, Ada Roper, Ellis Roper and Juanita Roper, and maternal grandparents, Grace McLaughlin and Berlin McLaughlin. She is survived in life by her beloved wife, Angelique Neuman-Roper; beloved sons, Jayms, David, and Damion; mother,...

Frances Eloise - age 83 - La Mesilla Velarde

Frances Eloise - age 83 - La Mesilla Velarde

Nov 7, 2013

Eloise Velarde, age 83, a resident of La Mesilla passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilbur Velarde; parents, Ruth and Gil Tims; brother, Floyd Tims, sister, Betty Dickerson. Eloise was a very loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She loved to camp in Santa Clara Canyon with her family, travel to...

Jeanette "Jen" Lisa - Age 39 - Sant Anaya

Jeanette "Jen" Lisa - Age 39 - Sant Anaya

Nov 7, 2013

Jeanette “Jen” Lisa Anaya, born July 14, 1974 went home to be with the Angels on Thursday, November 7, 2013. Jeanette was a lifelong resident of Santa Fe. She attended Santa Fe High School and worked for local restaurant and optical industries. Jeanette was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt and friend, who was a free spirit with a heart of...

Sharon "Lokita" - age 24 - El Rito Ortiz

Sharon "Lokita" - age 24 - El Rito Ortiz

Nov 6, 2013

Sharon “Lokita” Ortiz, 24, a resident of El Rito passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 6, 2013. She was preceded in death by her father, Anthony Archuleta; brother, Angelito Ortiz; grandpa Frank Ortiz Jr., and cousin, Orly Jr.. Sharon is survived by her mother, Nancy Ortiz and Elfedo Sandoval; Sharon’s companion Jeannie and kids; sisters, Audrey Ortiz and companion Antoine...

Cleo Donna - age 61 - Cochiti Lake Ortiz

Cleo Donna - age 61 - Cochiti Lake Ortiz

Nov 4, 2013

Cleo Donna Vigil-Ortiz, 61, a resident of Cochiti Lake passed away of a short illness on Monday, November 4, 2013. Cleo was preceded in death by her father, Willie Vigil Sr.; mother, Cleotilde Vigil; brothers, Jimmy, and Willie Jake Vigil; infant brother, Esquipula Dale Vigil; sister, Della Valdivia; father of her children, Willliam Roy Ortiz and her life partner Joseph...

Tonnie M. - age 93 - Española Abeyta

Tonnie M. - age 93 - Española Abeyta

Nov 2, 2013

Tonnie M. Abeyta, 93, a resident of Española passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 2, 2013 with her family by her side. Tonnie was preceded in death by her husband; Rodolfo Abeyta, parents, Victoriano and Albinita Quintana, brothers; Espedirion, Manuel Sr., Santiago, and Benito Quintana, sister; Aggie Serna-Baltazar. She is survived by her daughter; Amy Hightower of Atlanta GA., son,...

Donny Otis - age 41 - Chimayo Jaramillo

Donny Otis - age 41 - Chimayo Jaramillo

Nov 1, 2013

Donny Otis Jaramillo, 41, a resident of Chimayo passed away on Friday, November 1, 2013 following a lengthy illness. Donny was preceded in death by his mother, Norah Jaramillo; grandparents, Celestina and Victoriano Jaramillo, Amarante Villareal and Terecina Villareal, and God-father, Wayne Aiken and God-mother Sandra Valdez. Mr. Jaramillo is survived by his sons; Donny Jaramillo, Jr. and Avery Jaramillo;...

Frank - age 93 - Los Alamos Osvath

Frank - age 93 - Los Alamos Osvath

Oct 31, 2013

Frank Osvath, 93, a resident of Los Alamos NM, passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2013. A graveside service will take place on Monday, November 4, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at Guaje Pines Cemetery in Los Alamos. Memorial service will take place at the White Rock Baptist Church at a later date. The family of Frank Osvath has entrusted their...

Tom M. - age 80 - Velarde Martinez

Tom M. - age 80 - Velarde Martinez

Oct 31, 2013

Tom M. Martinez, 80, a resident of Velarde passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2013. Tom is preceded in death by his parents; Miguel and Juanita Martinez, brothers, Frank and Victor Martinez, and sister, Rita Martinez. Tom retired as a heavy equipment operator. He was dedicated to his wife and family as well as being a hard worker and a...

David - Age 68 - Albuquerque - Roybal

David - Age 68 - Albuquerque - Roybal

Oct 30, 2013

DAVID ROYBAL, 68, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents, Filogonio and Adelina Roybal and brother, Raymond Roybal. Mr. Roybal is survived by his wife, Aggie Roybal; children, Anita Roybal and husband Al Hernandez, Elena Wolfangle and husband Mark, Sara Roybal and partner Dr. Allyson Ray and Antonio...

Exilda R. - Age 71 - Española Pacheco

Exilda R. - Age 71 - Española Pacheco

Oct 30, 2013

EXILDA R. PACHECO, age 71, went home with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, October 30, 2013, after a long and brave battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease).\r\nEx, as she was affectionately called, was also known as Mita to many people. She was born to the late Vianes and Josefina Rodriguez and grew up in the Española Valley....

Mary M. - age 84 - Española Naranjo

Mary M. - age 84 - Española Naranjo

Oct 30, 2013

Mary M. Naranjo, (Fola), 84, It is with heavy hearts and joyful souls we entrust our beautiful mother to her creator, mom took her last breath with her family by her side at her home at 9:15 p.m. Wednesday, October 30, 2013. Mary was preceded in death by her parents; Elfido and Beatriz Martinez, brother, Joe, her favorite son in...

J. Wes - age 65 - Los Alamos Murphy

J. Wes - age 65 - Los Alamos Murphy

Oct 28, 2013

J. Wes Murphy, 65, a resident of Los Alamos passed away on Monday, October 28, 2013. He was preceded in death by his father; Charles Murphy. Wes retired from Los Alamos County in 2010. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and he belonged to the Lions Club. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ducks Unlimited. He is survived...

Vincent - Age 27 - Velarde Salazar

Vincent - Age 27 - Velarde Salazar

Oct 28, 2013

Vincent Ray Salazar, age 27, a resident of Velarde, passed away on Monday, October 28th, 2013. Vincent was preceded in death by his grandfather, Julian “Noochie” Lujan; aunt, Crystal Hunt and cousin Joseph Rendon. Vincent attended McCurdy and graduated in 2004. He was an accomplished baseball and football player. He loved hunting, fishing and gardening. Vincent was a funeral specialist...

Tony Brian - age 46 - Espanola Gallegos

Tony Brian - age 46 - Espanola Gallegos

Oct 27, 2013

Tony “El Gallo” Brian Gallegos, 46, a resident of Española passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2013 following a lengthy illness. Tony was preceded in death by his father, Tony J. Gallegos; maternal grandparents, Lalo and Claudina Salazar; paternal grandparents, Modesto and Elosia Gallegos; cousin, Eddie Salazar, Jr.; aunts, Alicia Salazar and Modesta Gallegos; uncle, Andres Salazar and God parents,...

Ursulita - Age 97 - Gallina - Vigil

Ursulita - Age 97 - Gallina - Vigil

Oct 26, 2013

URSULITA “TITA” C. VIGIL, 97, a long time resident of Gallina, passed away peacefully from a sudden illness on Saturday, October 26, 2013 with her family by her side. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leonardo and Raquel Chavez; husband, Margarito Vigil; daughter, Rachel Vigil; sister, Victoria Garcia, and brother, Fred Chavez. Ursulita was born on Sept 25,...

Edward - Age 82 - Española - Delgado -

Edward - Age 82 - Española - Delgado -

Oct 25, 2013

EDWARD DELGADO, 82, a resident of Española, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 25, 2013. He was preceded in death by his infant daughter, Dolores; parents, Eduardo S. and Josie Delgado; sisters, Betty Bustos and Agnes Gonzalez; in-laws, Juan and Ernestina Martinez; brothers-in-law, Frido Martinez, Juan F. Martinez and sister-in-law, Marie Martinez. Edward was retired from the New Mexico State...

Rodney - age 60 - Cuyamungue Bustos

Rodney - age 60 - Cuyamungue Bustos

Oct 24, 2013

\r\nRodney Bustos, 60, a resident of Cuyumungue passed away on Thursday, October 24, 2013. Public visitation will begin on Thursday, October 31, 2013 at 10:15 a.m. in the Sangre de Cristo Chapel of DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory with a funeral service to follow at 10:30 a.m., burial to be held at 12:45 p.m. at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. The family...