Obituary Listing

Jul 14, 2020

We are saddened to announce the passing of our beloved son, brother, uncle, friend, Michael A. Martinez, 33 a resident of Rio Rancho, formerly of Alcalde, NM on Tuesday July 14, 2020 as a result of Covid-19. He was born to Anthony and Judy Martinez of Alcalde on June 15, 1987. He was a 2005 graduate of Espanola Valley...

Jul 11, 2020

On July 11, 2020 we lost our beloved father, KENNETH A. PERRAGLIO , who passed peacefully in his sleep and went to be with our beloved mother, his wife of 52 years. Ken was born to Phillip Perraglio Sr. and Maria Matilda Cruz Perraglio on August 3, 1937 in Salida, Colorado.  The family moved to Pojoaque where...

Jul 11, 2020

MELONEY SANCHEZ , age 60, a resident of Lyden, went with our Lord on Saturday, July 11, 2020 after a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Randy and Shawn Warrick; her parents, Ronald D. and Mary Ellen Warrick; and her son, Juan DeJesus Sanchez. Meloney is survived by her husband, Juan Sanchez; daughters,...

Jul 8, 2020

ORLANDO MARTINEZ, 87, a lifelong resident of Chama, was born on April 24, 1933 and passed away at his home on Wednesday, July 8, 2020.  Orlando was preceded in death by his son, Ismael Martinez and loving wife, Helen Rose Martinez. Orlando was a Godly man who was strong in his faith, a hard-working man who provided for his large family...

Jul 6, 2020

VIOLA M. ROMERO , a resident of Ocate, NM was peacefully welcomed into the gates of Heaven on Monday, July 6, 2020.  She was born on March 25, 1933. She was preceded in death by her parents, Manuel and Elisa Martinez; aunt whom raised her Corina Yara; in-laws, Andres and Rosauda “Vita” Romero; spouse, Ben Romero; sons,...

Jul 6, 2020

DOMITILA ARCHULETA (TILA), age 97 years and 10 months, of Dixon, New Mexico, went with our Lord on Monday, July 6, 2020, at her home surrounded by her family.  Domitila was born on September 9, 1922 in Dixon. She was preceded in death by her husband, Amado Archuleta; her parents, Filigonio and Marina Sanchez; daughter, Amadita “Amy”...

Jul 6, 2020

Laura Mae Pino, 72, of Santa Clara Pueblo passed away on July 6, 2020, after fighting a short battle with cancer. Laura was proceeded in death by her parents Madeline N. Tafoya and Jose A. Tafoya; Brother Thomas Tafoya; granddaughter Justine F. Tafoya; and husbands Michael Hyde, Claude Tafoya and Eugene K. Pino. Laura is survived by her sons, Joseph...

Jul 6, 2020

JOE GABRIEL MARTINEZ , 86, a resident of Española passed away on Monday, July 6, 2020 surrounded by his loving family.  Joe enjoyed traveling with his wife and family to Las Vegas, Nevada, Pagosa Springs, and Durango, Colorado.  He also liked watching his TV Spanish channels and other favorite shows and movies.  Joe retired from LANL (Zia)...

Jul 5, 2020

LUELLA MOE (BUSTOS) , 52, a resident of Espanola, gained her angels wings on Sunday, July 5, 2020, after a lengthy illness. Luella was born on September 19, 1967 to Larquin and Mary Bustos. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Vicente and Amada Garcia; paternal grandparents, Max and Bersabe Bustos. She was known for...

Jul 4, 2020

We are saddened to announce that Leroy Vigil, 81, our beloved father, grandfather, Tio, Padrino, and friend passed away peacefully on Saturday July 4, 2020. Born in Truchas, NM he lived a long and happy life and loved his family unconditionally. He was dedicated to his faith and served as a penitente for close to 70 years and instilled...

Jul 2, 2020

IRMA TRIVINO, 73, a resident of Chili, passed away of a lengthy illness on Thursday, July 2, 2020.  She was preceded in death by her husband Luis Trivino, mother, Emilia Suina, father, Roberto Martinez and Terry Martinez.  Irma was a dedicated mother wife, and homemaker. She loved to cook for her family, crochet and sew. She enjoyed camping and attending...

Jul 1, 2020

REYNALDO SANDOVAL our beloved father, grandfather, brother and friend went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 1, 2020. He loved his beautiful Truchas (Llano Quemado) where he resided all his life. At the age of 28 he suffered an accident where he was left paralyzed on his right side. Even through his disability he would never complain or...

Jun 30, 2020

ANTHONETTE MONTOYA, 76, a resident of Española, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2020. She was preceded in death by her spouse, Jerry Montoya; parents, Jose Bartolo and Helen Valdez; in-laws, Jose B. and Natividad Montoya; God-son, Lucas Randall, nephews, Jacob and Joshua Garcia. Anthonette retired from Espanola Public Schools in 2008. During her employment she held many positions with...

Jun 30, 2020

Beulah Archuleta, age 76, a lifelong resident of Embudo, went with the Lord on Tuesday, June 30th.  Beulah was a very dear and beloved sister, extremely generous and a pillar for her sisters and brothers.  She conversed with them every day sharing the latest community news.  Beulah was intelligent and well informed on many issues.  She served as the Dixon...

Jun 30, 2020

James Perry Quintana , age 34, a resident of Española formerly of Las Vegas, N.M. gained his wings on June 30, 2020.  James was born on September 22, 1985 to Caroline Jaramillo and James H. Quintana.  James was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Jose Quintana and Margaret L’Esperance Quintana; maternal grate grandparents Pedrito Jaramillo and Margarita...

Jun 29, 2020

ELEANOR A. LOVATO, 91, a resident of Rio Chama and formerly of Ojo Caliente, passed away peacefully in her sleep in the early afternoon of Monday, June 29, 2020. Eleanor was born in Watrous, NM on September 30, 1928 to Santiago and Rosa Ulibarri. She was preceded in death by her parents, Santiago and Rosa Ulibarri; husband,...

Jun 29, 2020

THERESA SALINAS-GARCIA, 56, a resident of Espanola, passed away of a lengthy illness on Monday, June 29, 2020.  She was preceded in death by her husband Robert “Micky” Garcia; father of her two younger children, Timothy  “Chango” Martinez; parents, Antonio and Josephina Salinas; brother, Albino “Alvin” Salinas, Niece Monica Salinas; father-in-law, Ernest Garcia. Theresa loved her children unconditionally. Her family...

Jun 29, 2020

EVA ORTEGA, 24, a resident of Medanales, passed away on June 29, 2020. She was preceded in death by her father, Juan Ortega; brothers, Donald Gurule, Gabriel Serrano and many other beloved relatives. Eva enjoyed spending time with her son. She graduated from the Northern New Mexico College. She enjoyed taking pictures, camping, fishing and music. Ms....

Jun 28, 2020

Paula Patricia Garcia Martinez , April 26, 1979 – June 28, 2020, age 41 and a resident of Albuquerque was called to her eternal home on Sunday, June 28 after completing her work on Earth and bravely battling a brief illness.  Paula was an independent woman, a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.  Although she lived a full...

Jun 27, 2020

Justice Gutierrez-Cruz, born June 26, 1997 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Taken from her loved ones far too soon on June 27, 2020.

Justice loved to dance, sing, coach, but her biggest enjoyment in life was spending time with her son, Eduardo Cruz-Perez.

Justice was a loving mother, daughter, and granddaughter who will forever be missed....