Obituary Listing

Jan 21, 2021

Margaret Montoya Smith passed away peacefully at her home in El Rancho on Thursday, January 21, 2021. She was born on November 23, 1927 in Truchas, New Mexico to Senaida and Herculano Montoya. She was called by our Heavenly Father to join her husband Chester Smith and grandson Jason Carrillo. She is survived by her children Frank...

Jan 19, 2021

Eloisita Consuelo (Connie) Archuleta, 82, passed into the arms of the Lord on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 after a brief illness.  She was born on August 26, 1938 in Tierra Azul, NM.  She grew up in Ranchitos, NM and lived there for most of her life. On April 15, 1956, she married Leocadio (Leo) Archuleta Jr., and together, they raised...

Jan 19, 2021

Juan F. Jiron - 92 of Pojoaque, beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away in his home; as he always prayed for and was welcomed into heaven on Tuesday, January 19, 2021.  Juan was preceded in death by his adored wife of 58 years, Arabella Jiron, daughter, Sharon Lujan and son-in-law, Joe Lujan. His parents, Beatrice and Frank Giron; brothers,...

Jan 19, 2021

Manuel Mike “Kikes” Gonzales passed away peacefully on January 19, 2021 at the age of 69. Mike was a lifelong resident of El Guique, New Mexico, born on June 24, 1951. He is preceded in death by his Father, Manuel E. Gonzales; brothers, David Gonzales, Jerry Gonzales, sister, Anna Marie Voss; sister-in-law, Loretta Gonzales; nephews, David Madrid, Michael Gonzales, great...

Jan 18, 2021

Rocky Manuel Wheeler, 59 Resident of Santa Fe Originally of Chamita was called home to be in the presence of our Heavenly Father on January 18, 2021.  Manuel was preceded in death by his Father Raymond V. Wheeler; Maternal Grandparents, Alberto and Rosita DeHerrera; Paternal Grandparents Samuel and Mary Wheeler; Great-Grandmother Josefita Herrera; Uncle Romolo DeHerrera; Aunts, Rita Carrasco, Marcie...

Jan 18, 2021

Siby M. Lucero, age 92 of Ojo Caliente, NM, peacefully passed away Monday night, January 18, 2021 after battling Covid-19.  Siby was born in Ojo Caliente on August 6, 1928, and was the youngest of four children. Siby was preceded in death by his parents, namely, Jose Elfido Lucero, his mother Maria Genara Valdez, his brothers Rosendo and Jose de...

Jan 17, 2021

Lorraine (Lorenza) Amelia Lovato was born on August 10, 1927 in AguaNegra, New Mexico. She left with our heavenly father on  January 17, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. A woman of great integrity, faithful friend and of strong Christian faith, she was a a passionate member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Santa Cruz, NM and attended mass...

Jan 17, 2021

Orlando Eddie Martinez (Red), 80, a resident of San Pedro, was born on July 2, 1940 and unexpectedly passed away on Sunday January 17, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents Tony R. Martinez and Josephine Martinez of Guachupangue, his son Jimmy Martinez of San Pedro, his brother Joe Martinez of Santa Fe, and his sister Isabelle Martinez...

Jan 17, 2021

James Jeffery Patton , age 65, a resident of Espanola, passed away on Sunday January 17, 2021.  He was preceded in death by his father, Robert J. Patton; his maternal grandparents, Elias and Aurelia Vigil of Ranchitos; his paternal grandparents, Robert E. and Eva Patton of Sherman, TX.  Jeff is survived by his mother, Florence E. Patton...

Jan 17, 2021

Arthur Lloyd Steindl , 89, a resident of Chama, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 17, 2021. Arthur's passing was as he wished it, at home with his wife Beverly and his beloved cats nearby.  Arthur was the son of Albert and Francis (Kelly) Steindl. Arthur married his wife Beverly Timm in 2002.

Arthur farmed for...

Jan 17, 2021

Joe "Tito" Griego, age 76, a lifelong resident of Peñasco, New Mexico, currently residing in Chimayo, passed away on Sunday, January 17, 2021. Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Theodoro and Evangelina Griego, his wife Helen Griego; sister Mary Candelaria, brother Octavio Griego; son Gerald Vargas, and grandson Lucas Vargas. Joe is survived by his brother Manuel (Elsie)...

Jan 16, 2021

Maria Benita Baldonado, 93, passed into the arms of the Lord on January 16, 2021 with her loving family by her side.  She was born on October 22, 1927 in Tierra Azul.  She grew up on her family farm, later her love for gardening showed through her beautiful roses.  Her priorities were God, family and friends.  She was a woman...

Jan 16, 2021

Angelina Tena (Pena), went to be with her Lord Jesus Christ unexpectedly at the age 65 on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at 9:45 a.m. Angelina was born on November 16, 1955. She was preceded in death by Manuelita Griego- Pena and Dennis Pena. She is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, Jaime Tena Cruz. Angelina will be remembered...

Jan 16, 2021

Howard Hall, 85Former Texas resident Howard M. Hall, 85, died Dec. 23, 2005, at his home in Houston, Texas.At his request, no service will be held.Mr. Hall was born May. 30, 1920, in Sacramento, Calif., to Salvatore and Elle Hall.Howard could accomplish anything he set his mind to do. At a very early age, he built a wagon to push...

Jan 15, 2021

Eugene Martinez , 84, was born in Canjilon, New Mexico on March 27, 1936 and a resident of Espanola passed away peacefully on Friday, January 15, 2021. He was preceded in death by his father Zacarias Martinez, mother Agnes Schott; brother, Gonzalo Martinez, sister, Neille Purcell; granddaughter Sheri Martinez; father and mother-in-law, Lauriano and Sofia Olguin. Eugene served...

Jan 15, 2021

Gabriel A. Herrera, 90, a resident of Cuyamungue, was born on October 15, 1930 and was called home to be with our Heavenly Father on January 15, 2021. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He served in the Armed Forces for 3 years. He worked for the State of New Mexico as a certified welder for 33...

Jan 13, 2021

VIOLA G. MARTINEZ, Loving Mother, Grandmother, Sister, & Tia passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends at her home in Espanola on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at the age of 89.  She was born on May 30, 1931 in Canjilon, New Mexico to Tobias and Arcelia Garcia.  She was called by our Heavenly Father to join and was welcomed...

Jan 13, 2021

Brandon J. Garcia, 45, a lifelong resident of San Pedro, has passed away on January 13, 2021 following a short illness. Brandon attended Sombrillo Elementary as well as Holy Cross. Graduating from St. Catherine’s with the Class of 1995. He was well known for the way he played basketball and ran cross country. Brandon was very talented in so many...

Jan 12, 2021

Stella Vigil Roybal passed away peacefully in her San Pedro home on January 12, 2021, just minutes before she was to have reached for her first cup of morning coffee. She spent the previous evening visiting and laughing with others until retiring for the night. Laughter was one of her reliable companions throughout life. Stella was born April 13, 1925,...

Jan 12, 2021

Jose E. (Hoyo) Medina, Born on August 15, 1936 and passed away suddenly at home on Tuesday, January 12, 2021.  He was preceded in death by his parents Jose A. and Abelina Medina; his son Joseph P. Medina (Nini).  He is survived by his wife Mary E. Medina; his children:  Faye, Noel, Allen (Bertha), Christy and Jeffrey; his sisters Bernie Jaramillo and Genevieve...