Obituary Listing

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...

Jan 9, 2021

Howard Hall, 85

Former 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 9, 2021

Nasario Lopez, age 87, a resident of Cordova, went with our Lord to his final resting place on Saturday January 9, 2021. Nasario was preceded in death by his parents, Rafael and Precide Lopez; children, David and Charlene Lopez; sister, Lillian Starski; brother-in-law’s, Wendell Frazier and Harry Williams and nephew Gary Cordova. Nasario is survived by his daughters; Sandra...

Jan 8, 2021

Brenda Lee, of Chimayo, passed away on Friday, January 8th, 2021, in her home with the company of her loving family. Brenda was born on March 28, 1960 in San Diego to Reuben Martinez and Marie Lopez, one of four children, having three sisters. Brenda worked many years as a Student Aide in the Española area. In her work she...

Jan 8, 2021

ALICHIA M. SANCHEZ, 52, born in Santa Fe on October 29, 1968 and a resident of Santa Cruz went to be with our Lord on Friday, January 8, 2021. Alichia was preceded in death by her father Peter F. Sanchez Sr., her maternal grandfather Elmer “Tata” J. Torres, paternal grandparents, Jerry and Lydia Sanchez; uncles, Elmer J. Torres Jr., and...

Jan 8, 2021

Charles (Charlie) Ronald Wincek of Chimayo, New Mexico passed away on Friday, January 8, 2021. Charlie was a good soul who had a great personality.

Charlie was a private person. He lived in several places: Amarillo, TX, Grand Prairie, TX, Stanley, WI, El Paso, TX until finally settling in his forever home: Santa Cruz, New Mexico. He...

Jan 8, 2021

Federico G. Martinez, a resident of El Rito, was born  February 18th, 1927 and died January 8th, 2021. He was a  proud husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather,  great-great-grandfather and brother. He accomplished  many things including serving his country in WWll and  working as a mail carrier for over 30 years. Federico  loved the outdoors, making people laugh, his sweets and  his...

Jan 6, 2021

Jose De La Luz Mercure, age 87 a resident of Plaza Blanca went with our Lord on the Feast of the Three Kings following the star to his eternal resting place on Wednesday January 06, 2021 at 9:05am. Born March 24 1933. Jose is preceded in death by his parents Baltazar and Teresita Mercure, Sister Antonia Aguilar, Brother Placido...

Jan 6, 2021

LuAnn Baca (Lulu), 47, born in Grants, NM on August 3rd, 1972 and unexpectedly passed on January 6th, 2021. She spent most of her life living in Santa Fe, NM. She loved her hobbies of crafts, cooking, and baking. Lulu had a big heart and would give a heling hand to anyone in need. We will miss seeing her beautiful...

Jan 6, 2021

KIMBERLY (Kim) MARTINEZ, 39, a lifelong resident of Chimayo, was called home by our heavenly father on Wednesday, January 6, 2021. For all those who knew and loved Kim, it can fully be understood and agreed upon that the greatest of things came in the smallest packages. Though Kim was small in stature, her presence, her smile, and her heart, were...

Jan 6, 2021

Jose Lino Atencio III was born on April 20th,1997 in Espanola, New Mexico. He passed away unexpectedly on January 6th, 2021. Jose was well known and loved by many. He found joy in making music, racing, working on cars, being the life of the party, gaming, fishing, playing dolls and trucks with his niece Kylianna and his nephew Ezariah, he...

Jan 5, 2021

Deacon Diego A. Herrera, a resident of Espanola, New Mexico formerly of Los Ancones, Diego was born June 20, 1929, and he gained his wings on Jan 5, 2021. He was preceded in death by the love of his life Edith G. Herrera. His parents Jacobo and Senovia Herrera, his sons Harry J. Herrera, Ronnie Herrera, and great-grandson Diego Ezekiel...