Obituary Listing

Feb 19, 2020

Albert J. Rael , passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2020 following a courageous battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents; Porfirio and Alicia Rael; and brother Tony “TR” Rael. Albert is survived by his children, Julie Rael, and Casey Rael and spouse Rachel; deeply loved grandchildren, Bruce Rael and Scarlett Rael; sister, Angela...

Feb 18, 2020

Monica Sanchez, 58, resident of Trampas, passed away on February 18, 2020. Monica is preceded in death by her father, Obed Rodriguez.

Monica was a loving soul who was close to her family and beloved by many. She had many hobbies which included reading, sewing, crocheting, cooking, and sleeping. She loved to help others and could usually...

Feb 18, 2020

ELOY HERRERA JR. , 80, a lifelong resident of Nambe, passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2020. He was born to Eloy and Guadalupe Herrera on May 11, 1939. Eloy was a very caring man who loved his family deeply. He always made it known how much he loved his beautiful wife and how lucky he was...

Feb 18, 2020

Charles F. Brehm Jr.  (Chuck), 71, a resident of Alcalde passed away February 18, 2020 of pancreatic cancer.  He was born in Hanover, PA on October 14, 1948 and was the son of Charles F. Brehm Sr. and Zadie Smith Brehm.  He was preceded in death by his mother, Zadie Smith Brehm, former wife, Joyce Brehm and his step-son...

Feb 17, 2020

MARY O. ROMERO, 90, a resident of Vadito, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2020. Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Donecimo A. Romero, daughter, Arabella Estrada. Mary was a loving soul who loved life, she loved spending time with her family as they enjoyed her delicious food when they visited. She is survived by her...

Feb 16, 2020

Robert D. Gordon, 95 resident of  Espanola, passed away February 16, 2020.  He was born in Las Vegas, NM October 30, 1924. He was preceded in death by his wife Natalie Gene and his daughter Roberta Gene. He is survived by his loving wife, Phyllis of 31 years and several other family members. Bob passed as he lived his life,...

Feb 16, 2020

RICARDO B. PADILLA, 85, a resident of Chimayo, passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2020.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Andres and Anita Padilla; sons, Isaac and Ronald Padilla; brothers, Frank and Andy Padilla, sisters, Sinforosa Salazar and Olga Martinez. Ricardo was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend who loved to spend time with...

Feb 14, 2020

VICTORIA SOPHIA THERESA ARAGON , 47, a resident of Espanola, formally of Tesuque, passed away on Friday, February 14, 2020.  She was preceded in death by her father, Ronald Ray Aragon; stepfather, Michael Lopez; sister, Cassandra Louise Aragon; grandparents, Theresa Trujillo, Modesta Griego, and Lucia (Lucy) Maes. Victoria was known as a loving soul, always took care of...

Feb 14, 2020

Adelia “Della” Martinez – Age 71, a longtime resident of Espanola passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, February 14, 2020 surrounded by her loving family following a lengthy illness. Della was born on October 16, 1948 in Chama, NM.  She married Jose Clyde Martinez on May 16, 1970 and had a loving marriage of 50 years.  Together they...

Feb 12, 2020

Margie Archibeque, 89, a resident of Pojoaque passed away peacefully in her home on Wednesday, February 12, 2020. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernesto Archibeque; parents, Gottlob and Adelheid Metz, along with numerous other family members and loved ones. Margie was born in Schweinfurt, Germany. She was one of nine children, she enjoyed activities during her younger...

Feb 12, 2020

EULALIA “LOLLY” ANITA JONES , was born December 3, 1944 in Tapicitoes, New Mexico to Ignacio and Maria Margarita Valdez. As a young girl she moved to Chama, New Mexico. There she met her true love, Jardy Jones, at the age of 14 and went on to marry him at the age of 20; they were happily...

Feb 12, 2020

Beatrice H. Gonzales, 68, a resident of South Shadow Mountain and formerly of El Rito, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2020, surrounded by her loving family following a lengthy illness. Beatrice was preceded in death by her sons, Sam Chacon and Fernando Herrera; father of her children, Rudy Herrera; parents, Jose P. and Anna Maria Chacon; mother-in-law, Barbara...

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,...