Melissa Duran
Nov 22, 2023
Melissa A. Duran, 53, a resident of Espanola, New Mexico, passed away on November 22, 2023.
She is preceded in death by her father Leroy Garcia.
She is survived by her mother Rose Garcia, siblings Leroy Garcia Jr. and Yolanda Lucero, children Diamond Rapatz and Adrian Maes, and grandchild Ace Herera.
Melissa was a free spirit that loved to dance...
Frutoso Trujillo
Nov 21, 2023
Frutoso Trujillo, 66, a resident of Cordova, NM, passed away on November 21, 2023, from a lengthy Illness.
He is preceded in death by his wife Charlene Trujillo, sons Joey and Alfred Trujillo, father Levi Trujillo, brothers James Trujillo, Nelson Montoya, and Andrew Trujillo, nephews Antonio Trujillo, Jamie Trujillo and Tommy Serrano, In-laws Alfred and Annie Montoya, sisters-in-law Tammy Trujillo,...
Susie Barela
Nov 17, 2023
Susie Barela, (92), a lifelong resident of Truchas, NM. Born on November 9, 1931, and passed away on November 17, 2023, at her home surrounded by her loved ones after a brief illness.
She was preceded in death by her parents Isidoro and Leonardita Barela; siblings Fedencia Cordova, Gilbert (Julia) Barela, and Hope (Donald) Lopez. Close nieces and nephews Sarah,...
Donaldo Martinez
Nov 17, 2023
Donaldo Martinez, 66, a resident from Youngsville, NM, passed away on November 17, 2023.
He is preceded in death by parents Nazario and Flora Martinez, grandparents Ambrosio and Bernie Martinez, and brothers Joe, Glen, and Kenny Martinez.
He lived in Youngsville, New Mexico most of his life, where he loved being. He enjoyed any sport that involved cruising the mountain...
Patricia Charlene Bybee Valdez
Nov 16, 2023
Patricia Charlene (Bybee) Valdez, 59, passed away after a lengthy illness on Thursday, November 16, 2023.
Patricia is preceded in death by her parents Manuel and Ruth Salinas, her in-laws Bernardino and Castelita Valdez, brothers-in-law Benny and Mario Valdez and her niece Jessica Valdez.
Patricia is survived by the love of her life Gilbert (Berto) Valdez; her children Tammy Salinas,...
Higinia (Jean) Martinez
Nov 16, 2023
Higinia (Jean) Martinez, 80, passed away on November 16, 2023, surrounded by family.
Jean is preceded in death by her parents Felix and Magdalena Griego, brothers Tony, Ben, Octaviano, Herminio, and Felix, as well as sisters, Amelia, Dora, and Carmen.
She is survived by her husband Sy, her sons Alan (wife Allison) and Michael, and her daughter Michelle (husband Felix),...
Timothy Origer
Nov 16, 2023
Timothy Earl Origer
Birth 04/14/48 Death 09/24/23
It is with great sadness that the family of Timothy Origer announces his passing on September 24, 2023.
He is predeceased by his parents, William and Marquetta Origer, as well as by in-laws, Joe & Rosina Jaramillo, Salomon Jaramillo Jr., Rebecca & Gilbert Borrego and Perfecto Maestas. Tim’s sister-in-law, Celene J Maestas, followed...
Mary Jean (Jeanie) Valdez Foote
Nov 15, 2023
MARY JEAN (JEANIE) VALDEZ FOOTE was born on October 7, 1935. She passed away November 15, 2023. Jeanie was a lover of people, life, and the Lord. She died peacefully in her home with family and loved ones.
She is preceded in death by her beloved husband Gene and son Greg.
She is survived by her sons Geno, John,...
Sandra Jean Kedge
Nov 14, 2023
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SANDRA JEAN KEDGE
Sandra Jean Kedge, age 84, loving mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on November 14, 2023. Sandy was born in Evanston, Illinois but had many childhood experiences in Los Alamos and the Jemez Mountains that ultimately led to the Kedge family’s move to northern New Mexico in 1972. Sandy retired...
Frances Lujan
Nov 13, 2023
Frances Lujan, 83, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2023. She was a lifelong resident of La Mesa de Poleo. She dedicated her life to her children and grandchildren. She will truly be missed by all.
She is preceded in death by her husband Daniel Lujan, parents Amarante and Emilia G. Martinez, sons Clyde, Joseph, and Derrick Lujan, sister Bohemia...
John B. Trujillo
Nov 12, 2023
John B. Trujillo (88)– Long time resident of Nambe, NM was born in Jaconita, NM on October 16, 1935, and passed away at his home in Nambe, NM surrounded by his family on November 12, 2023, after a lengthy illness.
He was preceded in death by his grandson James A. Ortiz. His parents Pedro Salomon Trujillo and Eloisa R. Trujillo of...
Jose "Joe" Octaviano Gonzales
Nov 11, 2023
Joe O. Gonzales, 66, was born to Octaviano & Lucy Gonzales on July 18, 1957.
Joe worked most of his adult life in the logging industry, he also spent his free time doing projects at home he liked to whittle wood and leather smithing.
Joe is proceeded in death by his parents Octaviano & Lucy Gonzales, paternal grandparents Ambrosio &...
Cristobal Heremerejildo Ortiz
Nov 11, 2023
Cristobal Heremerejildo Ortiz, born on October 4, 1930, to Heremerejildo and Epemenia Ortiz in Truchas, New Mexico, peacefully went home to be with our Lord on November 11, 2023.
Cristobal and his devoted, wife Sabinita, raised three sons and two daughters in Cordova, New Mexico. He served diligently in various capacities, working for the U.S. Army, the Los Alamos School...
Donovan Brian Atencio
Nov 11, 2023
Donovan Brian Atencio, 22, a resident of Upper San Pedro, passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2023 as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Donovan was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, LeRoy G. Atencio; uncle, Brian Bruce Atencio; paternal uncles, Danny and Matthew Atencio, and first cousin Nicole Atencio.
Donovan worked as a Research...
Umberto "Beto" Morales
Nov 9, 2023
Beto Morales, 52, a resident of Española, NM. Beto went to be with our Lord and Savior on November 9, 2023.
Beto was well known for being hardworking. He loved to help people, visit friends. He had an adventurous heart, loved being outdoors, getting wood, and going fishing. Gardening wasn't just a hobby, but a passion he enjoyed. He loved...
Alicia Anna Martinez
Nov 8, 2023
Alicia Anna Martinez, 45, of Chimayo, NM, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, November 8, 2023.
Alicia is preceded in death by her companion, Carlos Martinez; her father, Danny Phil Martinez; brother, Danny Paul Martinez; niece, Jacyanna Gallegos; paternal grandparents, Leo and Flora Martinez; aunt, Debbie Padilla; and uncle, Louie Padilla.
Alicia is survived by her children, Destinee (Adam) Martinez,...
Marvin Martinez
Nov 6, 2023
Marvin Anthony Martinez
Marvin was born on August 1, 1957, in El Rito, NM, where he grew up and resided most of his life. He was called to go home to our Lord on November 6, 2023. Marvin was a loving son, brother, uncle, cousin, friend, and teammate. Marvin enjoyed traveling, going to the casinos, dancing, and spending time with family...
Christopher "Chris" Leo Trujillo
Nov 5, 2023
Christopher Leo Trujillo “Chris”
Born August 3, 1977, and passed away unexpectedly on November 5, 2023, at the age of 46.
Chris enjoyed the outdoors and spending time with his family. Chris always made the best out of everything and every situation. Always looking for the brighter side. You could never dampen his spirit. He could light up a room...
Teodora Martinez
Nov 5, 2023
Teodora G. Martinez left this world on November 5, 2023. She was born on May 11, 1932, to Miguel and Lupita V. Gomez in Santo Nino, New Mexico.
Teodora was a loving and nurturing person, who cared deeply for her younger sisters, who she helped raise after the passing of their mother; while still being a child herself. She...
Dolores Irene Roybal
Nov 5, 2023
Dolores Irene Roybal, age 77, of Santa Cruz, NM, born April 1946, passed away on November 5, 2023, of natural causes.
Dolores was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grand mother and auntie. She dedicated her life to raising her family, serving the Church as a Catechism instructor, and also served as a substitute teacher in the 70s at Sombrillo...
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