Angelita Alma Olivas
Oct 1, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Angelita Alma Olivas, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and cherished friend. Her death was unexpected and a large loss to the family.
Angelita was born a happy and bright baby on November 26, 1993. She passed away on October 1, 2025, having lived a short but loved 31 years....
Felipe B. Rivera
Sep 30, 2025
Felipe B. Rivera, 81, a lifelong resident of El Guache, NM, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2025 after a short illness.
He was preceded in by death his parents Alberto and Felomena Rivera, his brothers Ray and Fedal Rivera, brother-in-law Robert Lucero.
Felipe is survived by his wife Flora Rivera, daughter Michelle Salazar (Shawn) son Phillip Rivera (Corina), brothers Macrio and...
Raymond K. Vigil Jr.
Sep 29, 2025
Raymond K. Vigil Jr., our beloved son, grandson, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend passed away unexpectedly on September 30, 2025, at a young age of 19.
Raymond was born at the Espanola Hospital to Katherine Martinez and Raymond Vigil. He grew up in Espanola, NM,. Raymond was a very friendly young man and had a smile on his face all the...
Tito Jaramillo
Sep 28, 2025
Tito Jaramillo, 81, of Tierra Amarilla, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2025 at 3:13 am.
Tito was born to Ernesto (Nene) and Lucia Valdez in Mancos, Colorado on April 10, 1944. He was adopted 10 days later by Rafael and Lupita Jaramillo on the 20th day of April. Tito was a dedicated, noble, and persevering young man that...
Paul Abeyta
Sep 28, 2025
Paul Abeyta Sr., 93, a resident of Ohkay Owingeh, NM, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 28, 2025. He was born on January 14, 1932, to Juan and Trinidad Abeyta.
His unwavering commitment to duty was evident throughout his service in both the Army and Navy. His dedication to family was a testament to his loving nature and strong values. Through...
Loren Towne Abercrombie
Sep 25, 2025
Loren “Towne” Abercrombie, 40, a lifelong resident of Espanola, New Mexico, passed away on September 25, 2025.
Towne was born November 9, 1984, in Santa Fe, New Mexico, to Loren and Lucie Abercrombie.
He was a devoted Father, Son, Brother, Uncle and Friend. He had a heart of gold and had a special way of touching everyone’s hearts.
He was preceded in death...
Dr. Cipriano Vigil
Sep 25, 2025
Cipriano F. Vigil, age 83, of El Rito, NM, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, on September 25, 2025, after a lengthy illness.
Cipriano was preceded in death by his parents, Catalina Dominguez and Ruben Vigil; his son Fred Lopez; stepson Luis Tafoya; sister Betty Vigil; brothers-in-law Tony Vigil and Robert Gurule; and sister-in-law Josie Vasquez.
He is...
Maria Frances Archuleta
Sep 24, 2025
Maria Frances Archuleta, 80 of El Rito, NM, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was a giving person known for her love and kindness, especially to her grandchildren. Frances loved to entertain and cook for her family. Her spunk and kindness will not...
Jose D. Vigil
Sep 23, 2025
Jose De la Cruz Vigil passed away at the age of 93 on September 23, 2025 after a short illness.
Jose was born and raised in Chimayo and later moved to Los Alamos where he spent most of his life. He served in the U.S. Army and fought in the Korean War. He enjoyed the outdoors planting flowers, and going to...
Paula Elizabeth Trujillo
Sep 23, 2025
Paula Elizabeth Trujillo, 59, a life-long resident of Chimayo, New Mexico passed away on September 23, 2025.
Paula was born September 14,1966 in Espanola.
She was preceded in death by her parents Benjamin "Mr. Ben" or "Benny" and Violet Rose Trujillo, and her daughter Dawn Daisy Vigil.
Paula is survived by a daughter Angel Rose Trujillo (David Hands) and grandson Ethan Emmanuel Hands...
Florence Poulin Jaramillo
Sep 22, 2025
Florence Jaramillo
December 23, 1930 – September 22, 2025
Florence Jaramillo, known to thousands as “Mrs. J” of Rancho de Chimayó Restaurant, died peacefully Monday, September 22, 2025 at her home. For sixty years she welcomed us to Rancho de Chimayó - loyal locals as well as visitors from around the world who became longtime friends. Her smile greeted every guest. Her...
Evangeline Romero
Sep 21, 2025
Evangeline Romero was born on June 30, 1968. She was the youngest child of three children, born to Jose V. Romero and Esther C. Romero. Her oldest brother Victor Romero lives and resides in Ojo Caliente, NM, Gabriel Romero, the second and middle brother lives and resides in Las Lunas, NM.
Being the youngest child, Vangie was very special. She was loved...
Felipe Joseph
Sep 21, 2025
Felipe Joseph passed away after a short illness on September 21, 2025, surrounded by his family at the age of 85.
Felipe was a truly remarkable man. He cherished by all who knew him as a loving husband, father and grandfather. His life was a testament to hard work and a diverse range of skills. He was a man who embraced life’s...
Josie Vasquez
Sep 20, 2025
Josie Fresquez Vasquez passed away peacefully on the morning of September 20, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her loving family and close friends during her final days, just as she had always surrounded them with her strength, love, and warmth.
Josie was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Born in Espanola and raised in...
Louise Oesterreicher
Sep 19, 2025
Ida Louise Oesterreicher
September 19, 1948 – September 19, 2025
Ida Louise Oesterreicher, 77, of Espanola, New Mexico, passed away on September 19, 2025. Louise’s life was a testament to the Methodist belief in grace and love and she was a faithful member of the Valley View United Methodist Church where she was the lead soprano in the choir.
Born and raised in...
Agnes Lopez
Sep 17, 2025
Agnes R. Lopez, 71, of Hernandez, NM, passed away on September 17, 2025, surrounded by her family.
Agnes was preceded in death by her mother Elena Gallegas and father that raised her Samuel Gallegos; son Orlando Lopez Jr.; grandson Mario Lopez; sisters Gertrude Rael, Susan Bautista and Vickie Espinoza; brother Johnny Gallegos; in-laws Alberto and Lucinda Lopez; brothers-in-law Albert Lopez Jr....
Stanley W Moore
Sep 16, 2025
Stanley Moore, born September 23, 1928, in Hays, Kansas, passed peacefully on September 16, 2025, in Los Alamos, New Mexico, just shy of his 97th birthday. A devoted family man, decorated veteran, and lifelong outdoorsman, Stanley lived a full and purposeful life marked by resilience, curiosity, and quiet strength.
He was a proud veteran of the United States Army and served...
Danny Cipriano Garcia
Sep 15, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Danny Garcia, age 44, from Chimayo, NM. Our Son, Brother, Uncle, Cousin, and Friend was called home on Monday, September 15, 2025, with his loving family by his side.
Danny was preceded in death by his loving grandparents Gregorio & Trinidad Vigil and Bernabe & Fabiola Garcia; stepmother Marylou Garcia;...
Maria Melva Romero
Sep 15, 2025
Melva was born on November 12, 1945, and passed away on September 15, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her son, Steven G. Romero; parents, Ramon C. Romero & Isabelita G. Romero; brother, Raymond C. Romero; nephew, Jeremy Vigil; brother-in-law, Mike Vigil; and other close relatives.
She is survived by grandchildren, Carlos (Megan), brother, Danny (Debbie), sister’s Ruby and Sylvia (Roman),...
Jeremy Isaiah Vigil
Sep 14, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved son Jeremy Isaiah Vigil, who passed away September 14, 2025, at the age of 31 surrounded by his family. Jeremy was born on July 22, 1994, in Santa Fe to Debbie Vigil and Robert Olivas.
He was a big gamer who adored Autumn and everything nature had to offer. Jeremy had...
