Sherry Lynn Age - 44 Martinez
Feb 14, 2012
Sherry Lynn Martinez, age 44, passed away February 14, 2012. Sherry is survived by mother, Elizaida (Liz) Martinez; sons whom she loved dearly, Tristin and Mateo Garcia, and a large extended family. An exceptional woman who knew love, gave love, and loved much. She reached for and touched hearts. Sherry was an awesome cook, housekeeper and one who enjoyed entertaining....
Glen - 48 - Las Cruces - COURTESY ANNOUNCEMEN Martinez
Feb 11, 2012
Glen C. Martinez 48, of Las Cruces, NM was called to the arms of our heavenly father on Saturday February 11, 2012 surrounded by his loving family. He was born to Nazario and Flora Martinez in Las Cruces, NM on June 19, 1963. Glen enjoyed working with his hands and was a carpenter by trade. He also enjoyed the outdoors,...
Phil - Age 77 - Chimayo Benavidez
Feb 11, 2012
Phil Benavidez, Sr. – Age 77 a resident of Chimayo passed away peacefully at home with his wife and son at his side on Saturday, February 11, 2012. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Angela Benavidez; parents: Herman and Eliza Benavidez; brothers: Alfred and Nap Benavidez and Herman Benavidez, Jr.; sisters: Mela Armijo and Lena Herrera. Phil was...
Jaime "Jaimito" A. Age - 26 - Alcal Juarez
Feb 11, 2012
Jaime “Jaimito” A. Juarez, 26, a resident of Alcalde passed away on Saturday, February 11, 2012. Jaimito was a great son, brother and friend who loved kids and helping people out. He was a hard worker who loved spending time outdoors, going for wood and camping. He was preceded in death by his great-grandmother, Josefa Orante. Jaimito is survived by...
Nickolaus Albert Age - 22 - Chama Alcon
Feb 11, 2012
Nickolaus Albert Alcon, 22, a resident of Chama passed away on Saturday, February 11, 2012. He loved playing video games & traveling to California. He loved to serve as a server at Patsy’s Restaurant. He was dearly beloved by everyone and will be missed. Nickolaus was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Vera Alcon; maternal great-grandmother, Lucia Martinez. He...
Beltha - Age 81 - La Madera Giron
Feb 10, 2012
Beltha Giron – Age 81 a resident of La Madera passed away on Friday, February 10, 2012 peacefully at home. She was preceded in death by her parents: Andelsmo and Neomi Giron; and brother-in-law, Frank Ortiz. Beltha loved gardening, planting flowers and being outdoors. She is survived by her sister, Ella Ortiz of Española; brothers: Isaac Giron and wife Amelia...
Floy Marie Age - 70 - Truchas Medart
Feb 9, 2012
Floy Marie Medart, 70, a resident of Truchas, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 9, 2012. Floy was a loving mother, daughter, sister and wife. She was a caring individual that was willing to give a helping hand to anyone in need. Floy was preceded in death by her husband of 33 years, Rev. Ralph Medart; parents,...
Clement Thomas - Age 70 - Los Alamos Switlik, Jr.
Feb 9, 2012
Switlik, Clement Thomas, Jr. (Tom), 70, was born October 19, 1941 in Parsons, KS to Clement Thomas, Sr. and Margaret (Currigan) Switlik and died February 9, 2012 in Los Alamos, NM where he resided. Tom was enjoying his retirement from his duties as an Aerospace System Safety Engineer with the U.S. Department of Defense. He was the sixth child of...
Juan - Age 70 - Rodarte - Sandoval
Feb 8, 2012
JUAN G. SANDOVAL, 70, a resident of Peñasco, passed away on Wednesday, February 8, 2012 following a lengthy illness. Juan was a lifelong resident of Peñasco. He worked all his life, starting with Montaños Body Shop in Taos, The Mica Mines at U.S. Hill. He worked as a Hot Shot Fire Fighter Stations in Peñasco and then for the L.A....
Robert D. - Age 82 - Los Alamos - Reiswig
Feb 8, 2012
ROBERT D. REISWIG, 82, a resident of Los Alamos, passed away on Wednesday, February 8, 2012. He was preceded in death by his parents, David Reiswig and Helen Glenn Reiswig. Robert was an undergraduate Summerfield Scholar at University of Kansas and attended the Ohio State University and graduated with a Master’s and Ph.D. University of Wisconsin in Metallurgical Engineering. He...
Malinda Age - 70 - Santa Clara Pueblo Pekarcik
Feb 6, 2012
Malinda Pekarcik, 70, a resident of Santa Clara Pueblo passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Monday, February 6, 2012. She retired from the Public Education Department. Her time was mainly spent on her arts and crafts. She enjoyed the casino and spending time with her friends at the Santa Clara Senior Citizens Center. Malinda was preceded...
Sean Age - 40 - Los Alamos Gillis
Feb 6, 2012
Sean Gillis, 40, a resident of Los Alamos left this life on February 6, 2012 after a short illness. He was a 1991 graduate of Los Alamos High School. Sean was a master craftsman and built custom log homes, he worked at Pajarito Ski Hill, at the Canyon Bar and Grill, and had the gift of gab. He never met a...
Helen Age - 87 - Las Cruces/Las Vegas, NV Montoya
Feb 5, 2012
Helen Montoya – Age 87 a resident of Las Cruces, NM / Las Vegas, Nevada and formerly of San Pedro passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2012. Helen was preceded in death by her parents, Ignacio & Delfina Lujan; brother, Frank Lujan; husband, Joe Montoya; and her daughters: Theresa Martinez & Debbie Smith; and her first husband, Antonio Quintana; grandson,...
Catalina "Katy" Age - 80 - Jacona Ortiz
Feb 5, 2012
Catalina "Katy" Ortiz, 80, a resident of Jacona passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2012. She was born on October 24, 1931. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jose and Rosabel Lujan; sister, Cornelia Gonzales; brother, Gilbert Lujan; sons: Manny and Lloyd Ortiz; daughter-in-law, Dixie Ortiz; grandson, Steven Ortiz; great-grandson, Jesus Rios. Katy is survived by daughters: Charlene...
Betty Jane Greenawalt Age - 89 - White Rock Cox
Feb 3, 2012
BETTY JANE GREENAWALT COX, passed into God’s loving hands four months after being struck by heart valve failure. Comforted during this time by her husband, family and friends she came to peace on February 3, 2012. Betty had a life well lived best described in her own words on the occasion of being honored by the White Rock Presbyterian Church...
Bernice A. Age - 67 - Santa Fe Lucero
Feb 2, 2012
Bernice A. Lucero, 67, a resident of Santa Fe previously of Ogden, UT passed away from a sudden illness on Thursday, February 2, 2012. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rogelio Lucero, Sr. and Carmelita Lucero; brothers: Lee and Steven Lucero. Bernice is survived by her children: Randy Mondragon and wife Loretta of Santa Fe, Tamara Lucero of...
Mary Louise - Age 62 - Truchas - Romero
Feb 2, 2012
MARY LOUISE “LULU” ROMERO, 62, a resident of Truchas, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 1, 2012. She was preceded in death by her brother, David Archuleta; father, Policarpio Archuleta; first husband, Liberato Vigil, Jr.; brother, Ernie Archuleta; niece. Angel Archuleta; God father and uncle, Oviedo Rael; mother-in-law, Celia Padilla; sister-in-law, Irene Sedillo; brothers-in-law, Gilbert, Henry, Isabro, Ernesto Trujillo and...
Clora M. Age - 91 - Chamita Archuleta
Feb 2, 2012
CLORA M. ARCHULETA, Age 91, our beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother went to be with the Lord surrounded by her family on February 2, 2012. She was a lifelong resident of Chamita, a devoted wife and loving mother, and an active parishioner of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and the Sagrada Familia de Chamita. Her grandchildren were her...
Gary Age - 53 - Alcalde Padilla
Feb 1, 2012
Gary Padilla, 53, a resident of Alcalde passed away on Wednesday, February 1, 2012. Gary enjoyed spending time camping & fishing with his family. He was a great singer, drummer and loved to dance. His greatest joy in his life was his grandchildren. Gary was a very kind hearted person and opened his heart and home to everyone. He was...
Grace Age - 55 - Chamita Bustos
Feb 1, 2012
Grace Bustos, 55, a resident of Chamita passed away on Wednesday, February 1, 2012 after a lengthy illness. Grace was known as a loving, caring, strong, patient independent mom and grandma who loved gardening and fishing and most of all her Chihuahua. She also enjoyed cooking and baking for her family. Grace loved spending time with her granddaughter. She was...
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