Obituary Listing

Jun 1, 2021

Lucille T. Gomez, 90, a resident of Lower San Pedro Road, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, June 1, 2021 after a brief illness.  She was born on March 31, 1931 in Taos, New Mexico and was a long time kindergarten teacher for the Espanola Public Schools.  Lucille received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Music Education...

Jun 1, 2021

Erma Gene Romero, 65, a resident of Fairview, got her wings and went to walk with the angels on June 1st 2021. Erma was preceded in death by her mother, Adela Romero and father, Placido Romero; brother, Jose Jr.; and sister, Roberta. Erma was a fun loving woman who enjoyed talking and making friends wherever she went. There was never...

Jun 1, 2021

Deacon Harold M. Gallegos, 63, of Los Brazos, NM passed away on June 1, 2021 at his home.

Harold was born on May 14, 1958 in Santa Fe, NM to Manuel and Susie Gallegos. He graduated from Escalante High School and attended business courses in Albuquerque. He later started work at Red & Mid Foods in Chama;...

May 31, 2021

Victoria Delores Wardell Starnes-Webber from Kansas City Missouri passed away on 31 May 2021 at University of New Mexico, Albuquerque. Miss Webber was a professional ballroom, tap dancer of the 1960's who became a wife, mother and publisher of Jehovah's Witnesses.

She was preceded in death by her daughter Tonia Renee Webber. She is survived by her...

May 31, 2021

Karen Rowan passed away on May 31, 2021 after a 5 year battle with lung cancer.

Karen was born in Abilene, Texas on December 13, 1949.

Her family moved to Houston, where, at the age of 12, completely on her own,

she made profession of faith in Jesus Christ as her Lord and...

May 30, 2021

David Martinez, 54, of Chimayo passed away May 30, 2021, surrounded by his loved ones. His interests included music, writing poetry, road trips, good eats and spending time with his friends and family. He especially loved attending Sunday services at Victory Faith. He was preceded in death by his parents Erminio and Faby Martinez; and niece, Monica Salinas. David is...

May 28, 2021

Danny Esquibel, 47, a resident of Penasco, a beloved father, grandfather, son, uncle, and friend left us unexpectedly on Friday May 28, 2021, to be with the Lord.  Danny was born on July 09, 1973, in Taos, New Mexico.  Danny will be remembered for his sense of humor. He made friends everywhere he went and enjoyed having conversations with anyone...

May 27, 2021

Michael Amaya, 42, a resident of Chimayo, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, uncle, and friend left us on Thursday May 27, 2021, to be with the Lord.  Michael was born on May 11, 1979, in Espanola, New Mexico.  Michael will be remembered for his outgoing personality.  He made friends everywhere he went and enjoyed having conversations with anyone...

May 25, 2021

Johnnie A. Quintana, 92 years old, from Upper San Pedro Road was called home by his Lord on May 25th surrounded by his loving family. Johnnie was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Tomas and Maria Rita Quintana; maternal grandparents, Juan Pablo and Cloefas Fresquez; parents, Jose D. and Adelita Quintana; stepmother, Maria Quintana; wife and mother of his...

May 24, 2021

Leopoldo A. Serna, 90, a lifelong resident of Hernandez, NM, passed away on Monday, May 24, 2021, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born September 18, 1930 in Hernandez, NM. He attended St. Michael’s High School and graduated in 1949.

After high school, Leo served his country in the United States Army during the...

May 23, 2021

SALLY R. MAESTAS, 79, a resident of Lower San Pedro, passed away peacefully after asking God to relieve her of her pain on Sunday, May 23, 2021. Sally was born on September 9, 1941 in Embudo New Mexico to Eloy D. and Eloisa L. Roybal. She married Lupe R. Maestas and together they had a son Raymond Maestas Biological grandson...

May 23, 2021

Louisa M. Sandoval, age 99, a lifelong resident of Chimayo, NM passed away peacefully in her home on May 23, 2021, with her family by her side.  It is with great sorrow that her family announces her unexpected passing but we stand strong with the firm guidance, respect, and unending love that she instilled in our family.  Louisa was...

May 23, 2021

Larry Luke Manzanares (43), a resident of Espanola passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 23, 2021, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. Luke was a loving father, son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend. He was an amazing man, a hard worker and a jack of all trades He was preceded in death by his father Ventura Manzanares, brother...

May 22, 2021

Utilia Trujillo was born December 10,1944, at home, in Chimayo, NM where her parents Adoniasa and Abel lived.  She attended John Hyson elementary and McCurdy high school.  After graduation, in 1963, she went to NM Highlands University in Las Vegas.  It was a fateful decision, as she met Hart there while they were at a dance.

Utilia...

May 21, 2021

LORETTA MARTINEZ (SADIE LORETTA MARTINEZ), 60,  a resident of Truchas, passed away on Friday, May 21, 2021. She was preceded in death by her father, Jose Rufino Martinez; brothers, Gerald, Marvin, Manny, Frankie and his sister, Annette Martinez. She is survived by her mother, Mabel Martinez of Truchas; daughter, Charlotte Munoz  and husband David of Truchas; son, Jody Rufino Martinez...

May 21, 2021

RAYMOND EUGENE TRUJILLO, 64,  born and raised in Coyote passed away suddenly on Friday, May 21, 2021.  Raymond was a loving and beloved companion, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and brother-in-law. He was also a great friend to many people. He was known to many by his guitar playing. He was preceded in death by his grandson, Shawn Trujillo; his mother,...

May 20, 2021

DELUVINA (DELLA/VINA) BACA  , passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Thursday, May 20, 2021.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Romulo and Salome Baca; brothers, Delfin and Romulo Jr, Baca, sister, Bernie Baca; grandparents, Juan de Jesus and Epimenia Baca, Reyes and Genara Trujillo. She is survived by her brother, Leo (Esther) Baca, sister, Fabiola, Orlinda...

May 19, 2021

Ronald Floyd Apodaca, 66, passed away peacefully on May 19th surrounded by his family. Ronald was preceded in death by his Father Adolfo Apodaca and his mother Rosina Apodaca of Santa Fe, NM and Brother Robert Apodaca of Glorieta, NM. He is survived by his Daughters, Hannah Apodaca (Randy) of Chimayo, NM, Mandy Barbero of Santa Fe, NM, and Jessica...

May 18, 2021

Mary was born on December 25, 1925 in Dixon, New Mexico to Alejandro Griego and Virginia Sanchez-Griego, and passed away on May 18, 2021 in her home in Alcalde surrounded by her family as were her wishes. She married Adiopoldo “Leo” Trujillo and together they had four children.  Mary was known to many as Grandma Mary or Nina Mary and was an excellent crotchetier and an...

May 16, 2021

Pete S Martinez 29, a resident of La Villita passed away on Sunday, May 16, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents Peter and Karen Martinez. Grandparents Seferino and Pelegrina Pele Martinez, Lala Gonzales and Horacio Montoya: Uncles Lawrence and Tito Martinez, Levi Sandoval, brother Stevie Lopez and various aunts, uncles and cousin from the Gonzales family. Pete...