Obituary Listing

Nov 22, 2020

Our Beloved Brother and Uncle Ricardo Sanchez, 81, a long-time resident of La Villita passed away on Sunday, November 22, 2020, following a brief illness. Ricardo was originally from Ojo Sarco, born to Pedro and Frutosa Sanchez on September 28, 1939. Ricardo was preceded in death by his parents Pedro and Frutosa Sanchez, sisters LouAnn Sanchez and Maria Viola Sanchez...

Nov 22, 2020

Randy M. Martinez , 52, born March 8, 1968, a resident of Rio Rancho passed away on Sunday, November 22, 2020. He was preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Pedro and Isabel Padilla, whom he often talked about his grandpas stories, of Hernandez; paternal grandparents, Leopoldo and Trinidad Martinez; a baby nephew, Ninito Martinez; special uncle and aunt, Gary...

Nov 22, 2020

Frances R. Lopez (Chica) , 85, affectionately known to many as Chica was a lifelong resident of Tierra Amarilla, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 22, 2020.

Chica was preceded in death by her daughter, Paula; parents, Perfecto Romero, Sr. and Cristina Gurule Romero; sister, Rosalia Atencio; brother-in-law, David Atencio; sister, Cecilia Campos; brother-in-law, Fernando...

Nov 21, 2020

With sadness in our hearts, but joyful memories of her amazing life and beautiful smile, the family of Elizabeth Sara Lobato age 74 years  announces her passing on November 21, 2020.  From a sudden unexpected illness. Elizabeth Sara Valdez was born May 8, 1946 in Tres Piedras NM, to Elizar & Rosa Valdez, where she was born and raised...

Nov 21, 2020

TOMASITA (TOMMIE) C. HERRERA , 82, a resident of La Mesa De Poleo, passed away on Saturday, November 21, 2020. Tommie was preceded in death by her husband, Levi Herrera 80 years old; her parents, Donaciano and Santana Salazar; grandparents, Tomas and Emilia Velasquez, Crescenio and Reynalda Salazar, and other relatives. Tommie was a well-known, respected, and liked...

Nov 21, 2020

Bonnie Padilla 38, born on November 19, 1982 a resident of Chamita passed away on Saturday November 21, 2020 Bonnie was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Genaro Rodriguez and paternal grandparents, Joe and Louisa Padilla. Great grandparents Albert and Rosita DeHerrera, aunties MaryLou Garcia, Donna Abeyta and Lourdes Maestas, uncles Thomas and Anthony Rodriguez, Leonard and Ricky Padilla...

Nov 20, 2020

William “Jake” Honeycutt, 73, a resident of Chama, New Mexico passed away on Friday, November 20th 2020. Jake was preceded in death by his parents Jake and Ollie Honeycutt and brother Kenny Honeycutt. Jake was enlisted into the Navy on April 19th, 1966 and was honorably discharged on May 8th 1970. He proudly served on the S.S. Constellation. He received...

Nov 20, 2020

Arlene A. Jaramillo, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 20, 2020, in Albuquerque, NM. Arlene was born January 9, 1947 in Medanales, NM.

Arlene is preceded in death by her parents: Thomas and Trinidad Jaramillo, her brothers: Joe Jaramillo and Billy Jaramillo, and sisters: Crucita Jaramillo, and Celina Jaramillo. Arlene is survived by her two children: Eric...

Nov 19, 2020

ROSINA J. BACA , 76, a resident of Española, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 19, 2020. Rosina was preceded in death by her parents, Anastacio and Roberta; in-laws, Jose and Maria Baca; sister, Genevieve Pignoni; brother, Anastacio Sisneros Jr.; sisters-in-law, Margaret Sisneros, Eufelia Sisneros, Rupe Chavez, Emma Knowles and brothers-in-law, Jose Trinidad Baca, Pat Baca and Pancracio...

Nov 17, 2020

In Loving Memory of Emilio Martinez  (Lollie), 32 of Espanola, was called home unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 17, 2020. Emilio lived out most of his life in La Madera, where he attended Mesa Vista high school. Emilio was a very humble, kindhearted, caring and loving, father, son, brother, uncle and friend. He enjoyed spending his time in the mountains, hunting,...

Nov 17, 2020

Mercebella Garcia, 87. Llano de San Juan.  Born May 3, 1933  to Demetrio & Alcarita Esquibel.  On November 17, 2020, God gently took her hand and lead her to her heavenly home with her Son Henry and Grandson Johnathan. Mercebella was known to her family and friends as Mercy.  She was very loving, caring, spunky and feisty lady.  She was extremely independent.  She accomplished anything she set her mind...

Nov 15, 2020

WILLIAM MAURITS VISSCHER May 1928 – Nov. 15, 2020 Bill Visscher was born in May 1928 in Memphis, TN and died on November 15, 2020 in Los Alamos, NM. He grew up in Minneapolis, MN, graduated from the University of Minnesota and received a PhD from Cornell University. While in graduate school, he met Jean Dininny, the daughter of Robert...

Nov 14, 2020

NADINE BERNADETTE MARTINEZ , 58, a resident of Española, went home to be with the Lord surrounded by her loved ones after fighting her illness on Saturday, November 14, 2020. Nadine was born and raised in Espanola and got her G.E.D at Job Corp. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Enrique and Louisa Martinez;...

Nov 14, 2020

MARIA SUSANA “SUSIE” GRIJALVA , our beloved Susie, 67, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 14, 2020 due to a short illness. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Josephine Grijalva; her parents, George and Atocha Gonzales; brothers, Dennis, Elizario, and James Gonzales; brothers-in-law, Andres and Hector Grijalva; and sister in-law, Etelvina Chavez. She was a...

Nov 13, 2020

Francisco Alberto Villalobos, a resident of Alcalde passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 13th, 2020.  Francisco was born October 4, 1950 in Delicias, Chihuahua to Hortencia Zamaron and Refugio Villalobos. He had one brother and 4 sisters. 

Throughout his life Francisco was a faithful husband who cherished his years of marriage to Lillian Serrano who he wed on October...

Nov 13, 2020

Dr. Gilbert Michael Martinez, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and Radiologist passed away following a brief but hard-fought battle with cancer on November 13th, 2020. Dr. Martinez, 61, was born in Fairview and was a resident of Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by father Epimenio Martinez, mother Mela Martinez, and wife Teresa Martinez. He is survived by daughter Marlena Chavez...

Nov 12, 2020

Dennis Salazar, a resident of Espanola, passed away on Thursday, November 12, 2020 due to complications from COVID-19. Dennis was born in El Guache, New Mexico May 12, 1935. He was preceded in death by his parents; Ross and Josephine Salazar; brothers Ross Salazar Jr., and Regino Salazar; sister, Eva S. Ahlborn; stepmother, Carmen Salazar; Spouses Ymelda DeVargas, Rena Oyenque...

Nov 12, 2020

Efren Sanchez—beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother—passed away November 12, 2020, surrounded by family in his Lyden home, a stone’s throw away from where he was born, 85 years ago. He is preceeded in death by his father Juan Antonio Sanchez, and mother Josefita (nee Pacheco), siblings Viola Martinez, Consuelo Martinez, Joe L. Sanchez, and Paul Sanchez.  He is survived by his sister Isabel Salazar, his wife, Kay Sanchez, his son Andrew and daughter Beth Ann; two grandsons, Justin...

Nov 11, 2020

Lerrina Reene DeHerrera, 35, a resident of Vallecitos was called home unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 11, 2020. Lerrina was born October 13, 1985 in Denver, Colorado to Jose and Denise Gallegos. She moved to Vallecitos in 1986. Lerrina was preceded in death by her great grandparents Zachary and Eva Martinez of Ojo Caliente, great grandpa Alonzo Barela and Bridget Torrez...

Nov 11, 2020

Rose R. Martinez, Maria Estela Rosina Romero, was born on November 2nd, 1935 in Nambe, New Mexico. She was raised to be a strong woman, with a good work ethic. While working at Dorothy’s Café in Pojoaque she met the man who would become her husband, Vicente Martinez Jr., and they raised a family together in Chimayo. Over the years...