Obituary Listing

Dec 21, 2020

Josefita “Josie” Baca Romero, age 91, passed away Monday, December 21, 2020 at her home in El Valle del Arroyo Seco, New Mexico, surrounded by her loving family.  Josie was born in the village of Villanueva, New Mexico to her parents, Fidencio Galiz Baca and Juanita Gonzales Baca.  She attended elementary school in Villanueva, NM and later continued her education attending the...

Dec 21, 2020

Juan de Dios Cordova left this earth on December 21, 2020 losing his battle to Covid19. He was proceeded in death by his parents Eloy and Lugardita Cordova, brothers Alfonzo, Harry, Walter and Donald Lee Cordova. Juan was a heavy equipment operator in Los Alamos, and for OR communications. He was a very talented worker. He was a father to...

Dec 21, 2020

Jamein (Jay) Gallegos-  Jamein Diego Gallegos (Jay), a lifelong resident of Chama, NM went to be with our Lord on December 21, 2020 at the age of 42 after battling a lengthy illness. Jamein was born on May 3, 1978 to Vicente and Rose Gallegos of Chama, NM. He had many passions in life and loved his family dearly. He...

Dec 20, 2020

Mary Ann Santana Martinez Chacon, age 74 from CA formally from Hernandez, NM, passed away on December 20, 2020 after a short illness. Mary Ann was born February 16, 1946 in Saguache, CO to Donaciano Suazo and Suzie M Abeyta. She is proceeded in death by her first husband Amadeo Martinez, son Pacomio Martinez, grandson Jacob Martinez and parents Donaciano...

Dec 20, 2020

JOSE ANTONIO GALLEGOS (TONY), a resident of Espanola, passed away on Sunday, December 20, 2020. Jose was preceded in death by his father, Nick Gallegos; mother, Josephine Trujillo; grandparents, Frank and Matilda Garcia; his Nino Manuel Gallegos and his grandpa, Fidel Martinez. Jose liked hanging around and cruising with his mom.  He is survived by his mom, JoAnn Gallegos; stepfather,...

Dec 18, 2020

Nora Maes, age 79 passed away on December 18, 2020 at her home in Espanola, NM.

She is survived by her son, Michael Anthony Maes of Alcalde. Sonia Romero from Velarde. Matthew Romero of Rio Rancho. Santana Maes, Mikey Maes, Jr. and Edward Romero.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Anthony’s...

Dec 18, 2020

Joseph A Paña Sr. , 71, a lifelong resident of Alcalde, was a deeply faithful man who was called home by our heavenly father on Friday, December 18, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, Zacarias Paña Sr. and Sofia Paña; mother-in-law, Josephine Martinez and father-in-law, Aduro Salazar; sisters-in-law, Sylvia Paña and Sarah Martinez; special...

Dec 18, 2020

A long-time resident of San Pedro in Espanola, New Mexico, Billy Jack Caperton passed away peacefully at home at the age of 92 on December 18, 2020. Bill touched many lives as an educator for over 31 years, a decorated Army Veteran, a leader in his parish, and an active horseman. He served as a national advocate for children’s issues...

Dec 18, 2020

Robert Dannewitz was born on March 28, 1923 in Decatur, Illinois. He was the son of Mary C Wright and William Dannewitz. Bob started working at Muller corp. as a design draftsman upon graduation for high school. In 1953 Bob Picked up his family and went west after accepting a position at LANL(Los Alamos National Laboratory) and fell in Love...

Dec 18, 2020

Saul (Saulie) Martinez 30, Beloved Son, grandson, nephew and cousin was unexpectedly called upon by our heavenly father on December 18th 2020. Saulie was a passionate Barber and had a flair for cooking. He was also a very loving Pitbull parent, Saulie cherished his Pitbull's Perla and Kilo (a Rescue). They were his pride and Joy! They preceded him in...

Dec 17, 2020

JEREMY “SHERM” TRUJILLO , 37, was called home to be with our Lord on December 17, 2020. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Reynaldo Trujillo, Sr. and Gloria J. Trujillo; aunt, Gloria Montoya; uncles, Rogelio, Jabes and Estevan Trujillo; special nephew who was like a brother, Eugene Montoya; maternal grandmother, Santana Cruz; uncles, Vicente...

Dec 16, 2020

Maria Aurora Casados, age 76, passed away peacefully on December 16th, 2020 at her residence in Ensenada N.M after a lengthy illness. Aurora was born November 27th, 1944 in Ensenada, NM and is preceded in death by her parents Alfonso and Higinia Valdez of Ensenada, N.M. She is survived by the love of her life, Tony Casados Jr. The...

Dec 14, 2020

RUBEN A. MARTINEZ, 36 a resident of Chimayo, was called home to be with our Dear Lord and Savior on Monday, December 14, 2020 surrounded by his loving family.  Ruben is preceded in death by his parents Louie Martinez and Mary Anita Fernandez, Sisters Jackie and Joann, Brothers Herman Fernandez, and Ray Martinez, Maternal grandparents Florentino and Juanita DeAguero, Paternal...

Dec 14, 2020

Benito LeRoy Martinez, 82,  a resident of Albuquerque, born January 16, 1938, passed away Monday, December 14, 2020. Benito Leroy Martinez passed away peacefully in his home on December 14, 2020 with loved ones by his side. Benito LeRoy was born to Benny and Natividad Martinez January 16, 1938 in Chimayo, New Mexico. Leroy is predeceased by his parents, his...

Dec 14, 2020

David (Davee) A. Lyon , 53, born July 8, 1967, from Santa Clara Pueblo went to join his parents and his son in Heaven on December 14, 2020. He was preceded in death by his son, Derrick Marshall Lyon; his parents, Robert “Bob” and Marie Lyon, and his recently deceased relatives, his aunts, Judy Dasheno and Viola...

Dec 13, 2020

ERNEST R. MAESTAS , a resident of La Mesilla and a deeply faithful man passed away December 13, 2020.  He was born September 21, 1958 in Espanola, NM to Juan Andres and Esequiela (Sally) Maestas of Chamita.

Left to cherish his loving memories are his wife and best friend, Mary K. Maestas of La Mesilla;...

Dec 13, 2020

Valerie N. Gerstenberger (Medina)

Resident of Peoria AZ

Born and raised in Chimayo NM

Loving Wife, Mother, Daughter, Sister, Aunt and Godmother left this world to be with our heavenly father on December 13th 2020. Born on October 29th 1980; Married to Nicholas M Gerstenberger on June 25th 2005. Together they raised a...

Dec 13, 2020

BERNIE T. ROMERO, 84, a resident of Cordova, was called home to be with our Heavenly Father on Sunday, December 13, 2020; a calling to reunite with her late husband, Arsenio Romero and son Candido “Candyman” Romero. She was preceded in death by her parents, Candido and Sarita Trujillo; brothers, Willie and Tony Trujillo; in laws, Victor and Beroniz Romero;...

Dec 13, 2020

JACK CHARLES LOPEZ , 57, of Truchas and Cordova, left this world to be with our heavenly Father on Sunday, December 13, 2020. Jack Charles was preceded in death by his loving sister, Doris I. Lopez; maternal grandparents, Jack Sherwood, Sostena Trujillo and Juanito Trujillo; paternal grandparents, Ricardo and Benita Lopez. Jack Charles was born on December...

Dec 12, 2020

JUDY ANN DASHENO, left this earth to be with our Creator on December 12, 2020. She was our, wife, mother, sister, aunt, godmother, neighbor and friend. Judy was preceded in death by her father, Carl Tsosie; brother-in-law, Jerry Gaussion; mother-in-law, Rosita Tafoya Dasheno; father and mother-in-law, Tefolio and Victoria Dasheno; brother-in-law, Calvin Tafoya; Goddaughter, Deena Naranjo and...