Ernestina Sanchez
Jul 17, 2024
Ernestina (Ernie) Sanchez, 84, resident of Tierra Amarilla, NM, passed away peacefully surrounded by her immediate family on July 17, 2024.
Ernie was born to the late Tomas and Rafelita Garcia on August 13, 1939, in Canjilon, NM. Ernie was a tough hardworking woman. She entered the workforce as a key punch operator for Levi Strauss in California. Ernie also worked...
Priscilla Martinez Trujillo
Jul 16, 2024
PRISCILLA TRUJILLO, 73, a resident of Chimayo, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her immediate family, on Tuesday, July 16th, 2024. She is preceded in death by her parents Santiago & Elena Trujillo; Tios Jose & Aniceta Vigil, Eugenio & Sarita Trujillo, Fares & Antonia Vigil, Celestino & Anita Trujillo, and primos Johnny & Helen Ortega and Eloy Martinez.
Priscilla is survived...
Diolinda "Dollie" Naranjo
Jul 15, 2024
Diolinda “Dollie” Naranjo, a resident of Velarde, NM, passed away suddenly at home on Monday, July 15, 2024.
Our mother and grandmother had a compassionate heart and was a natural caregiver. She was selfless, a generous contributor to her community, and served as a nurse for over 30 years. She was a faithful Catholic and her family was her greatest joy....
Gilbert Candelaria
Jul 15, 2024
Gilbert E. Candelaria of Cordova, New Mexico, went to be with the Lord on the morning of July 15, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. He passed away peacefully in his home with his wife of 25 years, Diana L. Candelaria, by his side. Gilbert was born on February 15, 1958, in El Paso, Texas, to Eubedio and Anna Candelaria.
He...
Maria Erlinda "Linda" Maestas
Jul 12, 2024
Maria Erlinda Maestas also known as Linda V Maestas, 86, a resident of El Guache, NM, passed away on Friday, July 12, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
Maria (Linda) was preceded in death by her husband, Maclovio Maestas, her two sons, Lenny and Danny Maestas, her parents Miguel and Eloisa Valdez, her brothers, baby Johnny Valdez and Mike Garcia, her...
Maria Augustina "Tina" Lucero
Jul 11, 2024
Maria Augustina “Tina” Lucero, 87, a lifelong resident of El Rito, NM, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Vicente and Maria Ignacia Lucero and her companion, Henry Vigil.
Tina spent 29 years as a Headstart teacher with the Mesa Vista schools in El Rito where she taught multiple generations of families over those...
Antoinette Michelle Salazar
Jul 11, 2024
COURTESY ANNOUNCEMENT
Antoinette Michelle Salazar, 55, was born April 23, 1969, to Jose Wlias (Lee) Salazar and Shirley Salazar. She was raised in Espanola and graduated from St. Catherine’s High School in Santa Fe, NM. She moved to California where she worked for several years. She then moved to Chandler, Arizona where she resided until her passing on June 5, 2024.
Antoinette...
Melissa Jennifer Chacon
Jul 10, 2024
Melissa J. Chacon, 52, resident of Alcalde, NM, was suddenly called home by our Heavenly Father on July 10, 2024, after a series of illnesses. Melissa will join her beloved sister Janet, whom she missed and mourned every day since her passing on October 17, 1997.
She was preceded in death by paternal grandparents Genaro and Elvira Chacon; maternal grandparents Isidor...
Juanita Valdez
Jul 9, 2024
COURTESY ANNOUNCEMENT
Juanita Valdez passed away peacefully on June 30, 2024, at the age of 84 in Albuquerque, NM, where she made her home for many years. Juanita was born on June 16, 1940, and raised in Chili, NM.
Juanita lived a life of love, laughter, and making lifelong friends in every community in which she lived. She graduated from Espanola High...
Nora Sloman
Jul 9, 2024
Nora Sloman, a resident of Abiquiu, NM, for over 40 years, passed away on November 22, 2023.
She is preceded in death by her parents John and Elizabeth Hayes, and her husband Dale Sloman.
Nora enjoyed reading and caring for her cats. Nora had many close friends who will miss her dearly.
A special thanks to Legacy and Ambercare for providing such good...
Audelia "Delia" Roybal
Jul 7, 2024
COURTESY ANNOUNCEMENT
Audelia (Delia) Roybal, 91, a beloved mother, grandmother and great-mother, passed away peacefully in Albuquerque on July 7, 2024. A resident of El Rancho, NM, Audelia was known by many people as Delia, Lila or Mama D.
Delia was born in Nambe, New Mexico, on October 14, 1932. She was a devout Catholic and was a lifelong member of Nuestra...
Joe Dennis Garcia
Jul 6, 2024
Joe Dennis Garcia was born on September 10, 1947, and departed this world on his journey to our Lord on July 6, 2024.
Joe was a friendly, caring and outgoing person, who was always willing to lend a helping hand. He was a man of a few words but when he got to talking, he always had a joke to tell...
John John Naranjo
Jul 6, 2024
John John Naranjo, 35, of Espanola, New Mexico, passed away unexpectedly on July 6, 2024.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather Andy Vigil, parental grandparents Pete and Carmen Naranjo and Felimon and Annie Sandoval.
John was a devoted fiancé, father, son, brother, brother-in-law, Godfather, uncle, nephew, cousin, and loyal friend. John enjoyed life to fullest. He enjoyed spending his...
Vicente Maestas
Jul 4, 2024
Vicente Maestas, 42, a resident of Chama, NM, formerly of Hernandez, NM, passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2024.
Vicente was a loving father and he enjoyed spending time outdoors, camping and fishing. He was an avid Broncos fan. He enjoyed spending time with his family and the love of his life Linda Maestas. Vicente will be remembered for his caring...
Maria Selina "Sally" Romero
Jul 4, 2024
Maria Selina (Sally) Romero, of Arroyo Seco, New Mexico passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her close loving family on July 4, 2024, after a lengthy illness. She was born in Nambe, New Mexico on August 15th. She is preceded in death by her parents Agapito Herrera and Adelia Herrera Porter, very special grand-daughter April Espinoza, stepson Narciso...
Antonio “Ike” DeVargas
Jul 3, 2024
Antonio "Ike" DeVargas 77 of Servilleta Plaza, died suddenly and peacefully in the home of his close cousin in El Llanito, NM, on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. Antonio was preceded in death by his parents Louise and Tony DeVargas, his two children Antonio and Carmela DeVargas, his brothers Alfredo and Gerald DeVargas, and his nephew Adam Lujan.
He is survived by...
Blanche Helene Fishbine
Jul 2, 2024
In Loving Memory: Bonnie Fishbine (October 12, 1921 – July 2, 2024)
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Bonnie Fishbine on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. She departed peacefully at the Los Alamos Medical Center following a brief illness.
Born on October 12, 1921, Bonnie was predeceased by her beloved husband, Harold Fishbine. She leaves behind a loving family, including her...
Dean Elmer Martinez
Jul 1, 2024
Dean E. Martinez, 49, passed to his Heavenly Home on July 1, 2024, at Presbyterian Hospital in Albuquerque, NM. He was born on July 18, 1974, in Denver Colorado. He grew up in Dixon, NM.
Dean was preceded in death by his twin brother Dion Martinez; grandparents Juan Andres and Elieza Martinez and Casimiro and Patrocinia Casados and other relatives.
Dean is...
Lucas Mel Herrera
Jul 1, 2024
Lucas Mel Herrera, age 24, a resident of La Puebla, N.M. passed away on July 1st, 2024. Born in Santa Fe, N.M. on February 17, 2000.
Lucas was the youngest of three boys. He graduated from Espanola Valley High School in 2018. He performed various occupations being a car hop at Sonic, and a pipefitter at Los Alamos National Laboratory, supporting...
Amada Gallegos
Jun 30, 2024
Amada S Gallegos was born November 30, 1932, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2024, at the age of 91. She was born in Chamita to Marcos & Germana Sisneros. She lost her mother at the age of 14 and raised her 3 siblings (Alex & Gilbert Sisneros and Lina Jaramillo) and then later married Roberto Gallegos and lived in...
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