Obituary Listing

Feb 9, 2020

MARGARITA A. SALAZAR, 98, a resident of Chamita, passed away of a short illness on Sunday, February 9, 2020. She was preceded in death by her husband, Reymundo Salazar; brothers, Tomas Archuleta, Julian Archuleta, Emilio Archuleta, Juan Archuleta; sisters, Lugarda Maestas, Polly Barnhart; grandchildren, Joseph Salazar, Alicia Valdez and Melanie Guillen. Margarita lived a long life of service to her...

Feb 8, 2020

Ernestine “Tina” Marlyn Gomez-Ocaña, 44, of Espanola passed away peacefully February 8, 2020. She was born January 26, 1976, in Santa Fe, NM, to Mary B. Gomez and Eloy Trujillo. She married Jamie Ocaña November 25, 2000 and had a successful marriage of 19 years. She worked as a Certified Optician for over 20 years and dedicated her life to...

Feb 7, 2020

Jake Pacheco, 68, a life long resident of Cordova, NM passed away from a lengthy illness on Friday, February 7, 2020 surrounded by family.

Jake was a wood carver and some of his work is displayed in galleries in the small villages of Cordova and Truchas.  He enjoyed caring for his parents and enjoyed spending time with...

Feb 6, 2020

ALICIA D. RAEL , 88,  a resident of Rio Chiquito, passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2020.  Alicia was preceded in death by her spouse, Porfirio Rael; son, Tony (TR) Rael; parents, Antonio and Margarita DeAguero; mother and father in law, Perfecto and Vasilla Rael, siblings, Hermino, Jerry, Jose Blas and Christobal DeAguero.  She is survived by...

Feb 5, 2020

Pete A. Trujillo Jr., 79, of Herñandez, NM, died peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on February 5, 2020. He was born to Pedro R. and Severa Trujillo in Herñandez, NM. He was the sixth of eight children. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers; Leroy Trujillo, Jose Luis Trujillo, Sisters; Eloisa Maes, Senoiva Padilla, Regina Barttlet, Son;...

Feb 5, 2020

MARY T. AGUILAR, 87,  a life long resident of Fairview, went home to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, February 5, 2020.  She was born in Alamosa, CO on June 15, 1932. She passed away at the Taos Living Center Nursing Home in Taos. She was previously at Fairview Nursing home for four years. She was preceded in...

Feb 4, 2020

(MARIA MERCEDES ELENA SUAZO), MERCY MARTINEZ, 81, a resident of Rio Chama, went to be with our lord and savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, February 4, 2020, after battling a lengthy illness. She was born on January 12, 1939 to Valentin and Elena Suazo in Barranco,NM. She was the youngest of 7 siblings. Mercy was preceded in death by...

Feb 3, 2020

MARIA SABINITA MARTINEZ, 77, a resident of Ranchitos, passed away in her sleep on Monday, February 3, 2020 at the Sombrillo Nursing Home in Los Alamos. She was preceded in death by her companion of many years, Eliseo J. Martinez; sons, Margarito Montoya, Eddie Montoya, and Jerry Montoya; in-laws, Valentine and Evarrda Martinez; father, Juan Trujillo; mother, Sorida Trujillo; sister,...

Feb 3, 2020

Jose “Joe” Romero Jr., 87, a lifelong resident of Cordova, NM passed away peacefully at home on Monday, February 3, 2020. He was born on September 25, 1932 to Nabor Romero and Octaviana Trujillo Romero. He was born and raised in the small farming and ranching community of Cordova, NM. Joe was a very hard worker since he was a...

Feb 1, 2020

Don Milligan , 82, of Los Alamos, died peacefully on February 1, 2020. He was born to Pete and Mary Milligan in Kansas City, Missouri, the youngest of three children. Don was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Worth; sister, Anna L.; son, Daniel and beloved wife, Sally. As a United States Navy Veteran (Korean War),...

Jan 31, 2020

Gloria J, Salazar, 66, a resident of Tierra Amarilla, was born on November 2, 1953 passed away Friday, January 31, 2020. Gloria was preceded in death by her brothers, Richard and Gilbert Salazar and mother, Ruffie Salazar.  She is survived by her daughter, Krystal Salazar; sister, Rose and brother-in-law, Ron Romero; sister-in-law, Priscilla Salazar; Goddaughter and niece,...

Jan 31, 2020

JOE S. QUINTANA, 78, a resident of Española, went to be with our Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, January 31, 2020 after battling cancer. He was born in Santa Cruz on September 2, 1941 to Desiderio and Clorinda Quintana. He was preceded in death by his parents, Desiderio Rafael Quintana and Clorinda Manzanares Quintana; sister, Beatrice Martinez; brothers, Eloy,...

Jan 31, 2020

Joaquin Morfin., 75, a resident of La Mesa de Poleo, passed away on January 31, 2020.  He was preceded in death by his daughter, Eloyda Morfin, parents, Adolfo and Odilia Morfin; sister, Cecilia Salazar, Julia Adan. Joaquin was a loving father, grandfather and friend. He enjoyed spending time with his family, talking and visiting with his friends. He loved to...

Jan 31, 2020

Steven M. Griego, 34,  a resident of Espanola, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2020. Steven was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Eddie Trujillo Sr., Paternal grandmother, Toni Griego; uncle, Carlos Griego and his Godfather, Dan Trujillo. Steven will always be remembered by his big blue eyes and his courageous personality and charm. He will be missed by...

Jan 30, 2020

Adam Gabriel Maestas , age 36, a lifelong resident of Española, found eternal peace on Thursday, January 30, 2020. Adam was preceded in death by his father, Benny James Maestas; maternal grandfather, Cirilio Maestas and paternal grandparents, Sarah and Benito Maestas. Adam was a kind, generous and loving man, known for his impeccable manners. He struggled with...

Jan 25, 2020

TONNIE ROMERO , 91, a resident of Cordova, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2020. She was preceded in death by her parents, Leandro and Trinidad Trujillo; husband, Acorcinio Romero; siblings, Grabielita Cordova, Nicholas Trujillo, Cayetano Trujillo, Rose Velarde and Bernie Sandoval; infant grandchildren, Jessica Vigil and Stephanie Romero. Mrs. Romero is survived by her children, Trinnie...

Jan 25, 2020

Gilbert Torrez, age 79, a lifelong resident of Cordova, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. Gilbert was preceded in death by his son, Gerald Torrez; parents, Remegio and Adelia Torrez; In-laws, Pedro and Refugio Martinez; siblings, Adelido and Polito Torrez, Isabel Sanchez and Floy Medart. Gilbert is survived by his loving wife of...

Jan 25, 2020

Edith Joan Rodriguez , 85, of Chamisal passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2020. She was born on August 18, 1934 in Rio Lucio to Tomas and Maria Vivianita Roybal. She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Alice Medina and Beda Pacheco; brothers, Joe Roybal, William Roybal and Thomas Roybal, Jr. (Jumbe). She is survived...

Jan 25, 2020

Salvador Lucero, age 85, a life-long resident of Santa Cruz, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 25, 2020. Salvador retired from the Duke City Lumber Company after 35+ years, sold the Rio Grande News Paper for 30+ years and enjoyed landscaping in the Northern area. He loved the outdoors where he spent his time hunting, going for...

Jan 24, 2020

GILBERT “Bemish” SANCHEZ, JR., 68, a longtime parishioner of San Juan Catholic Church and resident of Los Luceros passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, January 24, 2020 after a yearlong battle with cancer.  He was blessed to pass with his family and friends at his side. He was born January 14, 1952 to Gilbert and Theresa Sanchez of...