Maria Inez - Age 91 - El Rito Vigil
Apr 20, 2012
In Loving Memory of Maria Inez Vigil, March 4, 1921 – April 20, 2012, of El Rito, New Mexico. \r\nShe was preceded in death by her father and mother: Daniel and Cresencia Martinez; husband, Jose Olivar Vigil; daughter, Lorraine V. Trujillo; son, Olivar Vigil, Jr.; infant children: Leroy and Daniel Vigil; great-grandson, Justin Vigil; and brother, Daniel Martinez; granddaughter-in-law, Kim Tanner...
Geronima "Jerry" - Age 86 - Alcalde Montoya
Apr 20, 2012
Geronima "Jerry" Montoya, 86, a resident of Alcalde, NM, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on April 20th, 2012, following a brief illness. Jerry, as she preferred to be known, was one of nine children born to Luis & Cleofes Salazar. Born in Alcalde on September 30, 1925. She lived the majority of her life in Alcalde. She...
Jose "Joseph" Gilbert - Age 77 - Es Valerio
Apr 20, 2012
Jose “Joseph” Gilbert Valerio, 77, a resident of Espanola, passed away on Friday, April 20, 2012 after a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his parents; Jose and Fidelia Valerio, wife; Mary Alice Valerio, son; Gilbert James Valerio, nephew; Jonathan Raymond Valerio; brother in law, Luis Gallegos and long time family friend, Dave Mauer. Gilbert graduated high school...
Marcos - Age 33 - Chamita Atencio
Apr 20, 2012
Marcos Atencio – Age 33 a resident of Chamita passed away on Friday, April 20, 2012. He enjoyed taking his children fishing, loved to dance with his grandma, and enjoyed camping and anything outdoors. He enjoyed going on bike rides with his children who were the center of his universe. As a young man he learned to dismantle and reassemble...
Antonio "Tony" Age -88 - Santa Cruz Herrera
Apr 19, 2012
Antonio “Tony” Herrera, 88, a lifelong resident of Santa Cruz passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 19, 2012. He was preceded in death by his wife Eremita Herrera; parents, Sixto Herrera and Maria Antonita Martinez; brothers: Sergio, Joe and Raymond and sisters: Lina and Annie. Antonio is survived by his sister, Cordelia Maestas of Denver, CO; daughters: Jennie Herrera of...
Sidney N. Age - 77 Pinkston
Apr 19, 2012
Sidney N. Pinkston, 77, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on Thursday, April 19, 2012. Sid, or Cork to his family, is preceded in death by his father, James Pinkston; mother, Zelma Goodge-Pinkston; brother, James; sisters: Phama, Ouida Schofield and Joyce Vance. Sid is survived by his loving wife, Peggy, who has been honored to stand by his...
George - Age 86 - Velarde Montoya
Apr 18, 2012
GEORGE MONTOYA, SR., 86, a resident of Velarde, went to the Lord peacefully on Wednesday, April 18, 2012. He was preceded in death by his son, George D. Montoya, Jr.; parents, Eleazar and Manuelita Montoya; brothers and sisters, Adelina Romero and husband Adonias, Amadeo Montoya and wife Urselia, Joaquin Montoya, Johnny Montoya, Alice Lucero, Ernina Romero and husband Pat; father...
Josephine - Age 72 - Española Abeyta
Apr 17, 2012
JOSEPHINE “JOJO” V. ABEYTA, 72, a resident of Fairview, NM, passed away on Tuesday, April 17, 2012. Jojo, as she preferred to be known, was the third and youngest child born to Margaret M. and Tito Valdez. Born at Fairview clinic on July 13, 1939. She lived most of her life in Fairview. She lived in Tucumcari for eight years...
Kella M. Age - 73 - Ohkay Owingeh Maes
Apr 17, 2012
Kella M. Maes, 73, a resident of Ohkay Owingeh passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, April 17, 2012. After 30 years of being an educator she retired from the local school system. She was an active member of the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Ohkay Owingeh, she was dedicated to her faith. Kella loved...
Philip P. - Santa Fe Larragoite
Apr 16, 2012
Philip P. Larragoite, a life-long resident of Santa Fe, entered through the gates of Heaven on Monday, April 16, 2012 and was reunited with his beloved wife, Margaret. Welcoming him were his parents Armando and Paula Larragoite, and his sister Dolores and his brothers Armando, Mariano and Benito Larragoite. \r\nPhilip was born on December 8, 1927 in Santa Fe, NM. He...
Eloisa - Age 99 - Española Gallegos
Apr 16, 2012
ELOISA GALLEGOS, 99, a resident of San Pedro, passed away on Monday, April 16, 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband, Modesto Gallegos; 5 brothers; 3 sisters; sons, Tony and Freddy Gallegos; daughter, Modesta Rodriguez; grandchildren, Barbara and Ricky Rodriguez. Eloisa was a member of the Cofradia de Nuestro Padre Jesus in El Duende. Mrs. Gallegos is survived...
Aureliano "Abe" Age - 69 - El Rito Gonzales
Apr 16, 2012
Aureliano “Abe” Gonzales, 69, a lifelong resident of El Rito passed away on Monday, April 16, 2012; he was accompanied by his beloved ones during his passing. He retired from Northern Community College as Master Barber Instructor where he worked for 22 years. He helped to graduate at least 500 barbers. He served many years with the New Mexico State...
Randy Age - 36 - La Mesilla Lopez
Apr 15, 2012
Randy Lopez, 36, a resident of La Mesilla passed away on Sunday, April 15, 2012. He was a heavy equipment operator. He enjoyed cruising his caddy & his Harley. He loved spending time with his family and friends, and loved the time he spent fishing. He was very fond of his mother’s red chili and fresh tortillas. He was preceded...
Juan Jose Age - 91 - Santo Nino Lujan
Apr 14, 2012
Juan Jose Lujan, 91, a lifelong resident of Santo Nino, born September 21, 1920 passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 14, 2012. Juan was a WWII Veteran and took great pride in having the opportunity to serve his Country. Juan was a Charter Member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Arie 3695. He was a Member of the Carpenters Union,...
Lloyd P. Age - 61 - Barranco Martinez
Apr 13, 2012
Lloyd P. Martinez, 61, born and raised in Barranco, New Mexico passed away on Friday, April 13, 2012. Lloyd enjoyed the beauty of New Mexico Mountains, hunting, fishing, cutting wood and latillas. He also enjoyed being with his kids and grandkids. He was preceded in death by his infant son, Adrian Martinez Valdez; maternal grandmother, Pablita (Phol) Martinez; paternal grandparents,...
Aaliyah - Infant - 04-12-2012 Medina
Apr 12, 2012
AALIYAH MARIE MEDINA, an infant, passed away on Thursday, April 12, 2012. Little Angels, When God Calls Little Children To Dwell With Him Above, We Mortals Sometimes Question The Wisdom Of His Love. For No Heartache Compares With The Death Of A Child, Who Does So Much To Make Our World Seem So Wonderful And Mild. Perhaps God Tires Of...
Veronica Rose Age-17 - Chili Martinez
Apr 12, 2012
Veronica Rose Martinez, 17, a resident of Chili, NM passed away from an automobile accident on Thursday, April 12, 2012. Veronica was family oriented and enjoyed spending time with her nephews: Carlos and Angelo and niece Denisha. She was shy and somewhat of a private individual. Veronica loved cooking for her family. One of her favorite dishes she enjoyed preparing...
Leonard C. Age-73 - Santa Clara Pueblo Tapia
Apr 11, 2012
Leonard C. Tapia, 73, a resident of Santa Clara Pueblo passed away from a short illness on Wednesday, April 11, 2012. He was a 19 year Navy Veteran. Leonard was preceded in death by his wife, Ramoncita Tapia; son, Larry Tapia; parents, Ernest and Belen Tapia. Leonard is survived by his wife Angela Talache-Tapia of Ohkay Owingeh; daughters: Michelle Tafoya...
Leroy - Age 56 - Albuquerque/Española Herrera
Apr 11, 2012
LEROY P. HERRERA, 56, a resident of Albuquerque and formerly of Española, passed away on Wednesday, April 11, 2012 following a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfredo and Mariquita Herrera; brothers, Gilbert, Albert Fermin and Dennis Herrera; half brothers, Alfredito, Paul and Clyde Herrera, Sr.; sister, Cordilia Herrera-Baca and Esperanza, mother of his daughter Lori....
Dolores - Age 54 - Española/Chimayo Martinez
Apr 11, 2012
DOLORES MARTINEZ, 54, a resident of Española and Chimayo, passed away on Wednesday, April 11, 2012. She was preceded in death by her mother, Epifania Martinez and son, Manuel Gutierrez. Dolores loved to cook and made the best tortillas. She enjoyed sitting on her porch swing and going to dances. She was the peacemaker for the family and made sure...
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