Obituary Listing

Dec 26, 2020

MYRA P. BRANCH, after a courageous, graceful and inspiring seven-year battle with Cerebellar Ataxia, Myra passed away on December 26, 2020.  In spite of her challenges, Myra lived joyfully, motivating others to do the same. She was born on February 4, 1962 in Espanola, to Soraida and Henry Pacheco of El Guique.

Surviving Myra are...

Dec 25, 2020

Beloved Delfinia Archuleta, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away peacefully at her home in Ojo Sarco, New Mexico on December 25, 2020 in the loving arms of her children. She was born to Daniel Velarde & Felicita Leyba in Las Trampas, New Mexico on December 24th. She was a strong and independent woman who dedicated her life...

Dec 24, 2020

TERESITA C. MARTINEZ , a lifelong resident of Medanales, went to be with our Lord on Christmas Eve at the age of 72 years old after a long-term illness. She was born on June 21, 1948 to Max and Ramona Martinez of Medanales. She was a devoted Catholic.  She loved her family dearly.  Her favorite pastime was...

Dec 24, 2020

Kathryn Green (Gallegos) 59, a lifelong resident of Chama, NM passed away unexpectedly December 24th, 2020. She is preceded in death by per paternal grandparents Enrique and Antonia Gallegos, maternal grandparents Tony and Rose Martinez, her brother Robert Gallegos who died at birth and several uncles and aunts. She is survived by her three sons Phillip, Gregory (Lorina), David, and...

Dec 23, 2020

Alfredo “Arturo” Miranda Jr, age 85 died in his home in Chama, NM on December 23, 2020. He served in the US Army in 1952. He worked as a bus operator in Los Angeles, CA for 38 years before retiring. He is survived by his wife Maria of Chama, NM and his daughters Lorraine, Theresa and Elizabeth Miranda of California....

Dec 22, 2020

November 19, 1921 -- Molly Nancy Murphy Holm -- November 22, 2020.  Two bookends for a beautiful life.

The only daughter of Henry Murphy and Mary Sophie Douglas, Molly was born and grew up in Portland, Oregon.   As a child, Molly liked to garden.  In 1933 her rose garden won Second Grand Prize for the Royal Rosarian...

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...