Joe Ernie Montoya
May 9, 2019
JOE E. MONTOYA (Ernie), 78, a resident of La Mesilla, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 9, 2019. Ernie was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Ramona Montoya; brother, Louie Montoya; nephew, John Gonzales; and father-in-law, Auerlio Lopez. Ernie was a Golden Eagle member of the FOE 3695, Espanola Corvette Club, he was an avid billiards player...
Bandel Bezzerides
May 7, 2019
Dr. Bandel Bezzerides was born in Stockton, CA on June the 30th, 1940 and passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2019.
He attended the University of California at Berkeley as an undergraduate for physics and was awarded the prestigious University Medal in 1961, which is bestowed upon the top graduating senior. That same year, at...
Renee Chavez
May 7, 2019
RENEE D. CHAVEZ (Nae-Nae), 37, a resident of Arroyo Seco, went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, May 7, 2019. She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Robert Gurule; aunts, Pauline and JoAnn Gurule, Patsy Martinez; uncle, David Gurule; special cousins, Freddie Montoya and James Fernandez and many aunts, uncles and friends. Renee was a very loving, kind...
Danny Pacheco
May 7, 2019
DANNY LUKE PACHECO , 37, a resident of Española, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 7, 2019. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Gilbert Barela; and paternal grandmother, Mabel Pacheco. Danny was a quiet soul with a loving heart who had a passion for lowriders and Chevy trucks. Most will remember...
Tony Pacheco
May 5, 2019
Tony Pacheco , beloved father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully in his home on May 5th, 2019, in Las Cruces NM. He was born on August 30th, 1949, in Chimayo NM, where he was active member of the community. In his younger years he was a firefighter/EMT with the Chimayo Fire Department before finally becoming Fire...
Lucy Lovato
May 5, 2019
Lucy Lovato , 75, a resident of Coyote, passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2019. She was preceded in death by her parents, Antonio and Carlota Velasquez; siblings, Johnny Velasquez, Angelica Velasquez, and Josephine Velasquez; grandson, Marcos Lovato and in-laws, Salomon and Adriana Lovato. She was the back bone of the family. Lucy is survived by her...
Delia Lopez
May 4, 2019
Delia Lopez, 89, a resident of Chamisal, passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2019. She was preceded in death by her husband, Teodoro Lopez Sr.; son, Teddy Lopez and parents, Jose and Maria Casados. Delia was nicknamed one of the Golden Girls. She enjoyed bingo, as well as gardening and cooking. Her faith was extremely important. Praying the rosary...
Milton Martinez
May 3, 2019
Milton R. Martinez, 74, a resident of Pojoaque for 26 years, passed away on Friday, May 3, 2019, due to a short illness. Milton was preceded in death by his parents, Isaac J. and Margarita Martinez; sister, Cecilia Jiron; brothers, Joe, Felipe and Vincent Martinez; step-daughter, Genevieve Mascareñas. Milton served proudly in the US Army for 5 years. He...
Ramoncita Martinez
May 3, 2019
RAMONCITA MARTINEZ , 37, a resident of Chimayo, passed away of a lengthy illness with her loving family by her side on Friday, May 3, 2019. Ramoncita was preceded in death by her mother, Beverly (Bambi), father, Zacarias Martinez; brothers, Hector, Zacarias II, Jacobo Martinez; maternal grandfather, Cicilio Martinez, paternal grandparents, Arlo Sr. and Cordelia Martinez; aunt, Edna...
Delfin Garcia
May 2, 2019
DELFIN GARCIA , 87, a resident of El Guache, passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2019. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Dorene Mondragon; son, Richard Garcia; grandson, Fabian Velarde; granddaughters, Reina Martinez and Crystal Maestas; son-in-law, Alex Mondragon; parents, Pedro and Beroniz Garcia; brothers, Amado, Audoro and Abelino Garcia and in-laws, Juan and Raquel...
Duane L Suazo
May 2, 2019
Duane L Suazo, age 50, a resident of Taos Pueblo, passed away on May 2, 2019 after a lengthy illness. He is preceded in death by his parents; Lorenzo and Marie Suazo, and grandparents; Marcelino and Alvanita Suazo and John and Tomacita Gomez. Duane was known to his friends and family as Big D, he touched many peoples lives...
Jose M Martinez
May 1, 2019
Jose Marcelino Martinez , 83, a longtime resident of La Mesilla, NM passed away peacefully on Wednesday May 1, 2019, surrounded by his loving family after a lengthy illness.
He is preceded in death by his parents Malaquias and Julia Martinez; sister, Marina Rosario and father-in-law Enrique Martinez.
He is survived by his...
Jose Tiofilo Eslen Sandoval
May 1, 2019
Jose Tiofilo Eslen Sandoval, a wonderful husband, father, brother, and grandfather went peacefully on May 1, 2019 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He was born December 19, 1929 in Truchas, New Mexico to parents Amanda and Tiofilo Sandoval.
Tiofilo’s father was killed in a mining accident 4 months before his birth and was given his...
Guillermo (Willie) Espinoza
Apr 30, 2019
Guillermo (Willie) M. Espinoza , age 89, a long-time resident of Chimayo, passed away on April 30, 2019, peacefully at his home. Guillermo was born June 25, 1929 in Chimayo, New Mexico to Juan F. Espinoza and Sabina Vigil Espinoza.
Guillermo served proudly in the United States Army, and he enjoyed talking about his experiences...
Johnny Gallegos
Apr 27, 2019
Johnny Gallegos , 69, a resident of Milan, NM passed away peacefully at his home following a lengthy illness surrounded by his family on Saturday, April 27, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leandro Gallegos and Ascencion Gallegos; sister, Rebecca Gallegos, brothers, Patricio and Julian Gallegos. Johnny was originally from Vallecitos, NM, he graduated...
Yvette Martinez
Apr 27, 2019
Yvette Martinez , age 91, a resident of Chimayo, passed away on April 27, 2019 after a brief illness. Yvette was preceded in death by her husband Filiberto J. Martinez, son Phillip Martinez and grandson Kevin Medina. Yvette met her husband Filiberto in Paris France during WWII and became a WWII wife. She was avid French cook...
Adam Garcia
Apr 27, 2019
Adam B. Garcia , age 46, a resident of Chimayo, passed away peacefully after a short illness, early Saturday morning April 27, 2019, surrounded by his loved ones. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Victor and Elisia Martinez and great-grandpa, Benito Martinez; his paternal grandparents, Bernabe and Fabiola Garcia; uncles, Henry Garcia, Gilbert Garcia,...
Tammy Coriz
Apr 26, 2019
TAMMY A. CORIZ , 53, a resident of Medanales, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 26, 2019. She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Phyllis Coriz; brothers, Orlando Coriz, Albert, Jr., and Leonard Coriz; and grandparents, Beatrice and Kenneth Arnold, Santiago and Ann Marie Coriz. Tammy was born in San Francisco, California. She graduated...
Darren Lopez
Apr 26, 2019
DARREN S. LOPEZ, 51, a resident of La Puebla went home with our Lord Jesus Christ on Friday, April 26, 2019 with his family by his side. Darren was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Eddie and Lola Maestas, his paternal grandparents, Melisendro and Emma Lopez and his youngest brother Angelo M. Lopez. Darren was a craftsman in the...
Raul Ortiz
Apr 25, 2019
RAUL I. ORTIZ, 71, a resident of Truchas, passed away in his home surrounded by his family on Thursday, April 25, 2019. He was preceded in death by his mother, Perfecta, father, Ignacio and his brother Tony Lucero. Raul will be lovingly remembered for his beautiful music and talent and his dedication to his family. He is survived by his...
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