Obituary Listing

Leonard Coriz

Leonard Coriz

Aug 25, 2021

Leonard A. Coriz, 60 resident of Chimayo NM, died on Wednesday August 25,2021 Leonardo is preceded in death by Father Conrad J. Coriz, Brother Larry Coriz and Paul Ruiz, Uncle Tony Ruiz and Ray C. Martinez. Leonardo was Chimayo finest auto mechanic and welder. He also enjoyed camping, fishing, hunting, hauling wood and planting his garden of chili. Leonardo passion also...

Louella Gutierrez

Louella Gutierrez

Aug 24, 2021

"As long as we remember a person, they're not really gone. Their thoughts, their feelings, their memories- they become part of us." - Justin Cronin, The Twelve

Louella M. Gutierrez, 62 , originally of Petaca, NM and resided in Ojo Caliente, NM, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2021 at her home surrounded by family. She...

Romolo Griego

Romolo Griego

Aug 22, 2021

Romolo Griego , of Dixon, New Mexico passed away on Sunday, August 22, 2021. Services are pending and will be privately held. The family of Romolo Griego has entrusted the care of their loved one to the DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory of the Espanola Valley. 505-747-7477-www.devargasfuneral.com

Gregoria Vigil

Gregoria Vigil

Aug 22, 2021

GREGORIA B. VIGIL,  a resident of Chimayo, passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness. She entered eternal life on Sunday, August 22, 2021. She is preceded in death by  her parents, Jose Delfino and Theodita Chacon; first husband, Silviano Baca, second husband Arturo T. Vigil; son, Ray Baca, daughter, Gladys Baca; granddaughter, Crystal Baca; nephews, Delbert Herrera, Roul Chacon; siblings,...

Luis Montoya

Luis Montoya

Aug 21, 2021

Luis E. Montoya, 77, a resident of Coyote passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness on Saturday, August 21st 2021.

He is proceeded in death by his parents Frank and Adela Montoya, siblings Agapito Montoya, Donaldo Montoya, Lucella Brommer, Frank Montoya. His in-laws Sabiniano and Angelina Lovato. His brother in-laws Jose Leon Ullibarri, Clarence Romero, Jose Chacon,...

Betty Espinoza

Betty Espinoza

Aug 21, 2021

Betty Lou Espinoza, 74, a resident of El Llano, passed away on Saturday, August 21, 2021 following a lengthy illness with her family by her side. Betty is proceeded in death by her mother, Georgia Vigil; grandmother, Aurora Sisneros; in-laws, Benito and Tita Espinoza; brothers, Dennis Vigil and John Vigil; sisters-in-law, Priscella Vigil and Annie Mendoza; brothers-in-law; Gene Lopez, Bill...

George Valdez Jr.

George Valdez Jr.

Aug 20, 2021

George C. Valdez Jr., 49, a lifelong resident of Velarde, went to be with our lord unexpectedly on Friday, August 20th. George was preceded in death by his father George Sr., son Matthew, brothers Norman and Jeff. Maternal grandparents Victoriana and Cristobal Velarde and paternal grandparents Lola and Fred Valdez. George is survived by his beloved mother,...

Jose Rizo Jr.

Jose Rizo Jr.

Aug 19, 2021

Jose Estevan Rizo Jr., born December 9, 1977 in Espanola, New Mexico passed away Thursday, August 19, 2021 at 4:00am in the morning at presbyterian hospital in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Jose was married to Yvonne Marie Rizo of Chimayo, New Mexico, together for 6 years. Jose is proceeded in death by his mother, Yvonne Villareal and stepson, Jesus Lopez;...

Jeremiah Trujillo

Jeremiah Trujillo

Aug 19, 2021

JEREMIAH MATTHEW TRUJILLO, 30, a resident of Tierra Amarilla and El Vado passed away on Thursday, August 19, 2021. He was preceded in death by his grandpa Quico Trujillo, great grandma, Sabinita Trujillo, biological father, Jesse Trujillo and grandma Frances Trujillo. No matter a bad day or a good day, it was just another day in Paradise.  Jeremy was a...

Miranda Tafoya

Miranda Tafoya

Aug 18, 2021

Miranda Brenda Lee Tafoya , Age 42, from Espanola, NM passed away on Wednesday August 18, 2021, after a Courageous Battle with Cancer.  Ms. Tafoya was Born on September 17, 1978.  She was preceded in death by her Grandmother Tillie Overby, Auntie Roselia Overby, Uncles Tommy & Leonard Overby.  Ms. Tafoya a is Survived By her Mother Rosalie...

Danny Archuleta

Danny Archuleta

Aug 17, 2021

DANNY LEROY ARCHULETA, 46, a resident of Espanola, passed away on Tuesday, August 17, 2021. Danny is preceded in death by his father, Dan L. Archuleta; paternal grandfather, Jose Archuleta, maternal grandparents, Acorcinio and Tonnie Romero. Danny was a loving companion, father, grandfather, son, brother and friend who had a heart of gold. He loved whole heartedly....

Jimmy Martinez

Jimmy Martinez

Aug 17, 2021

Santiago "Jimmy" Martinez, 93, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on August 17th, 2021. He was a life long resident of Cebolla, NM. He leaves behind his wife Cora who shared 71 years of marriage, two daughters; Isabelle Torrez, and Susie Dominguez (Cipriano); two granddaughters Tabitha Martinez (Serina), Frances Dunbar (David); two great-granddaughters Savannah and Sierra Dunbar.

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Marcella Medina

Marcella Medina

Aug 16, 2021

Our beloved Marcella G. Medina, went to be with the Lord on August 16, 2021 surrounded by her loving family.  Marcella was born on March 29, 1937 to Frank and Calicia Medina, from Dixon, NM. Marcella is preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Calicia Medina; her daughter Connie Reynolds and son-in-law, Chris Reynolds; brother, Clarence Medina; sister, Betty...

Florence Beach

Florence Beach

Aug 16, 2021

Florence (Bridgie) C. Beach – Born December 20, 1924 To Carl E. & Jessie D. Clark in Rocky Ford, Colorado. Died August 16, 2021 in Los Alamos New Mexico. She is preceded in death by her parents, 9 siblings, husband Donald S. Beach, daughter-in-law Barbara Beach, son Samuel R. Beach, great grandson Cody Beach & one still born son....

Manuel Ruiz Santoyo

Manuel Ruiz Santoyo

Aug 14, 2021

Manuel Ruiz Santoyo, age 64, a resident of Santa Cruz, NM. Born in La Tinaja De Los Pastores GTO, MX. Passed away Saturday, August 14, 2021. Manuel is proceeded in death by his parents Manuel Ruiz Y Refugio Ruiz. Brother Elias Ruiz and Mother of his children, Sandra Ruiz Khan. Manuel is survived by his four children, Cristiana Ruiz De...

Jerry Cross

Jerry Cross

Aug 14, 2021

Jerry Anthony Cross 1973 - 2021

Jerry (“Jer-Jer”) Cross passed-away unexpectedly at age 47 on August 14, 2021, in Espanola, NM. He was born on October 27, 1973, in Santa Fe, NM. He is survived by his son, Joey Cross (20); his daughter, Gabriela Cross (8); his parents, Jerry and Patsy Cross; his sister and her...

Alfonso Martinez Sr.

Alfonso Martinez Sr.

Aug 14, 2021

Alfonso C. Martinez, Sr., born March 4, 1952, in Sabinoso, NM, and a resident of Espanola, was called home, on August 14, 2021, after a short illness.  Mr. Martinez was preceded in death by his parents Navor and Ramoncita Martinez; siblings Navor Jr., Susana, Bingo, Frances, Cruz, George and Jose; In-Laws Leo and Stella Arguello. Al is survived by his...

Clara Schwartz Riebe Peterson

Clara Schwartz Riebe Peterson

Aug 14, 2021

In the early hours of August 14, 2021 a piece of the Riebe family's heart was broken. Clara Schwartz Riebe Peterson passed away at the age of 97. She was caring, devoted & generous to a fault. Clara is survived by her children: Jae Riebe (Dave Modl) Rio Rancho, Shelly Riebe Los Alamos, Lorraine Kennedy (Brian) Austin Tx, Joe Riebe...

Mark Fresquez

Mark Fresquez

Aug 13, 2021

Mark Andrew Fresquez, age 57, of Roosevelt, Utah, formerly from Velarde, New Mexico passed away August 13, 2021.  Mark was born January 29, 1964, in Espanola, New Mexico to Bernardino “Nino” Fresquez and Josephine Martinez Stone.

Mark was an electrician by trade and an automotive mechanic.  He was extremely artistic; he was especially skilled at drawing.

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Gloria "Lala" Quintana

Gloria "Lala" Quintana

Aug 13, 2021

GLORIA “LALA” E. QUINTANA, 83, a resident of Santa Cruz, passed away on Friday, August 13, 2021. Gloria is preceded in death by her parents, Tony and Dora Bustos; sons, Chris Bustos and Delaino Quintana Sr.; granddaughter, Crystal Bustos. Gloria was a member of the Choir of the Santa Cruz de la Canada Church for many years. She was a...