Obituary Listing

Apr 18, 2019

Edward L Arrietta, born on November 18th, 1947. A resident of Espanola, NM. Originally from Tuccumcari, NM. Passed away April 18th, 2019. He was most passionate and proud of his four son’s. He was proceeded in death by his sons, Edwin & Vicente Arrietta, brother, Gorge Arrietta, sister, Ramona Maestas, his father, Jose Arrietta Jr. and mother, Josephine Arrietta....

Apr 17, 2019

Edwin L. Arrietta Born April 21st, 1966 a resident of Espanola, NM. Passed away on Wednesday, April 17th, 2019.  His passions were hunting, fishing & the outdoors. He was proceeded in death by his Father, Edward L. & brother, Vicente Arrietta. He was survived by his Mother, Anna Montoya and husband Flavio, Grandmother, Cidelia Miera both of Espanola, NM....

Apr 17, 2019

HELEN KAIN SALAZAR , 80, a resident of Española, passed away on Wednesday, April 17th, 2019 from a sudden illness. She drew her final breath as she was surrounded by her loving family. Helen was preceded in death by her son, Michael Kain, her parents, Edward and Adelita Kain, and her brother, Tommy Kain. Helen was very well...

Apr 16, 2019

Ivan Archuleta (our hero) Ivan Archuleta (or Kid as he was affectionately called), age 79, a lifelong resident of Embudo was called by our Lord at 7:05 am on April 16, of Holy Week . Ivan was born in Embudo on October 29, 1939. He was preceded in death by his parents, Luis and Josefina Archuleta, whom he lovingly cared...

Apr 16, 2019

OCTAVIANO (TOBY) GONZALES, 93, a resident of Gallina passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 16, 2019 surrounded by his family. Octaviano was born March 18, 1926 to Ambrosio and Leocadia Gonzales. Octaviano was preceded in death by both his parents, his wife of 50 years, Lucy Gonzales; son, Johnny Gonzales; granddaughters, Patricia Cordova and Jessica Gonzales; brothers George and Gilbert...

Apr 14, 2019

Manuel M. Martinez , 84, a resident of Santa Cruz, joined the love of his life Mercedes on Sunday, April 14, 2019.  Manuel was born on October 3, 1934 to Jose Guadalupe Martinez and Louisa Romero Martinez. He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Mercedes Martinez; brothers, Lupe & Erminio; sisters, Louisa, Teresa &...

Apr 12, 2019

Manuel Vargas, 77, a resident of Espanola, passed away to an unexpected illness on Friday, April 12, 2019.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Servando Vargas and Maria Paulina Ramirez; sons, Jose Cruz Duran and Javier Vargas. Manuel was a Master Carpenter, who was employed by Pablo Chavez Construction and worked as a self-employed carpenter for many...

Apr 11, 2019

Harold I. “Jaro” Romero Jr., 52, born on June 5, 1966, a resident of Velarde, passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2019.  He was preceded in death by his father, Harold I. Romero Sr.; son Harold I. Romero III; brother, Orlando S. Romero (Buddy); mother of his children, Betty; grandparents, Filadelfio and Filomena Romero, and Joe F. and Magdalena Montoya....

Apr 11, 2019

Modesta Ruiz 91, a resident of Alcalde, passed away Thursday April 11, 2019 at her home of natural causes. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Vicente Viarrial. Husband, Alfonso Ruiz. Sister Mary Nowinski. Brothers; Felix Martinez, Ceasario, Amarante and Demetrio Viarrial. Parents; Rosendo Villareal and Celestina Martinez. Daughters; Jeannette Quintana and Diane Rosenblum. Modesta was a...

Apr 10, 2019

HENRY ULIBARRI, 84, our hearts are broken. On Wednesday, April 10, 2019 our Husband, Dad and Tata left us. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernesto and Anita Ulibarri; brother, Alfonso Reyes Ulibarri and granddaughter, Gabby Horan.

Henry was a marine in the Korean Conflict, Siempre, Semper Fi.  He was a lifelong resident of Tierra...

Apr 10, 2019

Robert “Tito” Romero, 65, a resident of Lyden, passed away on April 10, 2019. He was preceded in death by his wife Arlene Romero; parents, Eloy “Bobby” and Orlinda Romero, adopted parents Papa and Mama, sister, Patsy Lara and brother-in-law Anthony Fresquez. Robert was a caretaker at El Mirador and worked at Rescare, Dixon Senior Center and was a...

Apr 8, 2019

Dolores Hayes , 85, died peacefully on April 8, 2019.  A lifelong resident of the Espanola Valley she was preceded in death by her son, Robert Hayes Jr. (Bobby) and daughters, Sandy Hayes and Deborah Hayes-Sanchez.  She is survived by Robert Hayes, her husband of 67 years. Children, Art Hayes of Gunnison, CO., Ricardo Sanchez of Alcalde,...

Apr 8, 2019

Carolina Ruth Sanchez , 82, a resident of Española, passed away on Monday, April 8, 2019. She was preceded in death by her husband, Franklin A. Sanchez Sr. and grandsons, Eric Franklin Sanchez and Kyle Benito Moya. Mrs. Sanchez enjoyed cooking and hosting family meals. She was known for her infinite wisdom. She will be greatly missed....

Apr 7, 2019

CHARLES (CHARLIE) TRUJILLO, 69, a resident of La Mesilla formally of Pojoaque, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 7, 2019.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Luis and Andalecia Trujillo; their infant daughter, Jeanie; brothers, David, Evaristo (Abie), Billy and Jerry; nephews, James and David; sisters-in-law. Norma, Christine and Katalina.

Apr 7, 2019

Angelina Lovato, 94, resident of Canoñes passed away on April 7th 2019 surrounded by her loving family. Angelina was a loving, caring and joyful person with a great sense of humor. She was loved by everyone that knew her or made her acquaintance. She was preceded in death by her mother Delfina Martinez and her 2 brothers Miguel and...

Apr 6, 2019

Lorenzo “Pencho” Barela, 55, a resident of Chimayo, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 6, 2019. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Filadelphio and Felipita Barela; maternal grandparents, Celestino and Elena Valdez; parents, Gilbert and Mary Barela; mother of his child, Karen Trujillo; brothers, Dennis, Bobby, Louie, and Ricky Barela; uncle, Andres Salazar and many nieces and...

Apr 3, 2019

LONNIE GOMEZ, 63, a resident of Nambe, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2019.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Aguinaldo and Feliciana Gomez; son, Raymond Joseph Gomez. Lonnie is survived by his children, Lonette Gomez-Page (Curtis), James Gomez (Jennifer), Cheryl Duran (Ben), Matthew Gomez; his lifelong partner, Beverly Roybal and all his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family and...

Apr 2, 2019

DENNIS LEE SHERWOOD, 59, a resident of Cuarteles, formerly of Chimayo, passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2019.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Mabel Sherwood; siblings, Faustino Gilbert Sherwood; nephews, Robert Trujillo, and Kevin Romero.  Dennis is survived by his siblings, Erma Montoya (Charlie), Carlos Sherwood, Judith Sherwood, Corrine Martinez (Jerry), Albert Sherwood, Leroy...

Apr 1, 2019

MARY L. MAGDALENA MARTINEZ, 91, a resident of Ojo Sarco, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 1, 2019.  Mary was preceded in death by her 1st husband, Luciano Martinez; children, Elizabeth, Mary Lou, Arthur, Felix, Luie, Ralph, and Dwayne; grandchildren, Tessie, Deven, Lil Luie; parents, Rafael and Bersabe Leyba; siblings, Eluid, Felix, Dilio and Armarante Leyba. She was a...

Apr 1, 2019

Annabelle “Belle” Lucero 63, a resident of Taos passed away on Monday, April 1, 2019. She was born to Elena (Nena) Lucero and Narciso (Daddy Chicho) Griego on September 13, 1955 and was helped raised by Tito and Jean Trujillo. She is preceded in death by her mother and father, Infant son Andrew Martinez; Brothers: Benny, Ernie, Fito and Ruben...