Obituary Listing

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....

Jun 27, 2020

FELISHA BARELA , 29, a resident of Chimayo, passed away unexpectedly alongside her companion, Justice Gutierrez-Cruz on June 27,2020. Felisha was a member of the Zion Worship Center in Pojoaque as a youth leader. She was employed at Los Alamos National Labs. Felisha was preceded in death by her grandparents, Mary D.J. Barela, and Gilbert Barela; uncles,...

Jun 26, 2020

SANTIAGO L. BORREGO , 87, a resident of Santa Cruz passed away peacefully at home on Friday, June 26, 2020 surrounded by his family.  Santiago was preceded in death by his grandson, Joseph Chavez; his parents, Adrian and Elena Borrego; brothers, Gilbert, Bobby, Joe, Ursulo, Johnny, Jerry and Benny; sisters, Juanita, Annie, Connie, and Isabel. Santiago graduated from...

Jun 25, 2020

Josephine Gonzales, 96, born in Taos, NM and a resident of Pojoaque went to be with the Lord on June 25, 2020. She was preceded in death by her husband, Juan Gonzales; her parents, Epifanio and Juliana Romero and many siblings. Josephine is survived by her children, Mardy (Linda), Marlene (Richard), Juanita (Ricardo), Lugi, Paul, Rocky (Gloria) and Chris...

Jun 23, 2020

CARLOS ANSELMO MARTINEZ, 50, a resident of Chimayo, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2020.  Carlos was preceded in death by his father Lorenzo Martinez; brothers, Raymond and Santiago Martinez; paternal grandparents, Toribio and Celsa Martinez; maternal grandparents, Ramon and Frances Padilla. He is survived by his wife, Alicia Martinez; daughters, Carlene Martinez and Destinee Griego (Josh); son, Damian Martinez...

Jun 23, 2020

JOSEPHINE E. BACA , 57, a resident of Chimayo, passed away following a lengthy illness peacefully at home with her loving family by her side on Tuesday, June 23, 2020. She was preceded in death by her parents, Benito and Ramona Espinoza and brother-in-law, Rudy J. Baca. Josephine loved being outdoors fishing and camping. Her favorite past...

Jun 23, 2020

FARRIS GERONIMO GARCIA, 69, a loving brother, tío, and friend, was born on July 28, 1950 to Pita and Antonio Garcia and passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2020. Farris spent his childhood in the beautiful valley of Rio Chama where he was surrounded by his loving family. Farris was the youngest brother and is survived by 2 living brothers...

Jun 23, 2020

On Tuesday, June 23, 2020, Henry Jay (Vince) Melito loving husband and father of five children, six grandchildren and two great grandchildren passed away unexpectedly at the age of 66.  Henry was preceded in death by his father, James Vincent Melito, his mother Mary Martillaro Melito and his brothers John and Joseph. He is survived by his wife Theresa, his...