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Danny Cipriano Garcia

Danny Cipriano Garcia

Sep 15, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Danny Garcia, age 44, from Chimayo, NM. Our Son, Brother, Uncle, Cousin, and Friend was called home on Monday, September 15, 2025, with his loving family by his side.

Danny was preceded in death by his loving grandparents Gregorio & Trinidad Vigil and Bernabe & Fabiola Garcia; stepmother Marylou Garcia;...

Maria Melva Romero

Maria Melva Romero

Sep 15, 2025

Melva was born on November 12, 1945, and passed away on September 15, 2025. 

She was preceded in death by her son, Steven G. Romero; parents, Ramon C. Romero & Isabelita G. Romero; brother, Raymond C. Romero; nephew, Jeremy Vigil; brother-in-law, Mike Vigil; and other close relatives.

She is survived by grandchildren, Carlos (Megan), brother, Danny (Debbie), sister’s Ruby and Sylvia (Roman),...

Jeremy Isaiah Vigil

Jeremy Isaiah Vigil

Sep 14, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved son Jeremy Isaiah Vigil, who passed away September 14, 2025, at the age of 31 surrounded by his family. Jeremy was born on July 22, 1994, in Santa Fe to Debbie Vigil and Robert Olivas. 

He was a big gamer who adored Autumn and everything nature had to offer. Jeremy had...

Evelyn Diane Maestas

Evelyn Diane Maestas

Sep 13, 2025

Evelyn Diane Maestas (Martinez), age 61, passed away on September 13, 2025, after a brief illness, leaving this world to join her Heavenly Father and beloved husband, son, mother and other loved ones long missed.

Evelyn was born and raised in La Puebla, New Mexico, on February 23, 1964, the youngest child of Ernesto J. and Lupita T. Martinez. She attended...

Samuel Bird

Samuel Bird

Sep 13, 2025

Samuel Alfred Bird, age 42, passed away on September 13, 2025, at his parents’ home in Ohkay Owingeh, New Mexico. He was born on July 7, 1983, in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

He was preceded in death by his father, Stanley A. Bird, Sr.; his brother, Steven A. Bird; his grandmother, Josephine Cata; his uncles, Danny Bird and Eusabio “Sabie” Bird;...

Gerald Espinoza

Gerald Espinoza

Sep 13, 2025

Gerald Espinoza, age 57, a beloved resident of Phoenix, AZ and raised in New Mexico passed away tragically in a car accident on Saturday, September 13, 2025.

Gerald will be remembered for his playful banter, kind spirit, and infectious laugh. His greatest joy in life was his daughter and granddaughter, and he took pride in ensuring their happiness, always striving to...

Marbella Martinez

Marbella Martinez

Sep 13, 2025

Mabella V. Martinez, 69, a lifelong resident of El Rito, NM, passed away suddenly at her home on September 13, 2025.

Marbella lived a life of service caring for her father until his passing, after which she became a manager for Visiting Nurses Service where she advocated for quality care of the elderly members of her immediate and surrounding communities. She...

Manuel Ricky Dixon

Manuel Ricky Dixon

Sep 12, 2025

Manuel Ricky “Ricky” Dixon, 64, a beloved resident of Española, New Mexico, passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 12, 2025. He will be remembered as a devoted father, a cherished partner, a loving grandfather, and a steadfast brother—a man whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of his family and friends.

Born on March 4, 1961, in Española, Ricky...

Ernie Trujillo

Ernie Trujillo

Sep 11, 2025

Ernie Trujillo, 65, passed away on September 11, 2025. He was born on November 12, 1959, in Ely, Nevada, to Reynel and Oralia Trujillo.

Ernie grew up in New Mexico and graduated from Española Valley High School. After high school, he proudly served in the United States Navy, where he received an honorable discharge. Following his military service, Ernie went on...

Juan Marcos Lopez

Juan Marcos Lopez

Sep 10, 2025

Juan Marcos Lopez, 34, passed away on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, surrounded by his family. Juan was born on February 14, 1991, in Espanola to Robert Lopez and Cynthia Peggy Maestas. He was raised in Hernandez and resided in Cuartelez.

Juan loved riding his motorcycle and playing his guitar. He had the gift to pick up things very quickly like snowboarding,...

Ruth Emma Terry

Ruth Emma Terry

Sep 7, 2025

Our loving mother, Ruth Emma (Bingham) Terry, who was born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on January 26, 1929, the sixth child of Ruth Eveline Gould Bingham (Nana) and George G. Bingham, both originally from Germantown, Pennsylvania, passed away in her sleep on Sunday, September 7, 2025, in Los Alamos, New Mexico, where she was visiting with her eldest child. She was...

Judith Rae Luther

Judith Rae Luther

Sep 7, 2025

Judith Rae Widmar Welsh Luther

April 20, 1943-September 7, 2025. 

Our beloved mother Judy passed away during the early morning hours of September 7, 2025, following a brief illness. She graced us with her love and humor until the end.  

Judy was born in Denver, Colorado on April 20, 1943, to Velma. When she was a young girl Bill Widmar entered their...

Imelda Ronquillo

Imelda Ronquillo

Sep 7, 2025

Con profundo dolor, la familia Ronquillo Muñoz informa el lamentable fallecimiento de

IMELDA RONQUILLO

18 de julio de 1966 en Col. Alamillo Chihuahua, Mexico, fallecida el 7 de Septiembre de 2025 en Santa Fe NM.

Amada esposa de Jesús A. Ronquillo, madre de Vidal, Jesús I., Osman y Edgar Ronquillo, y abuela cariñosa de Uriel, Ángel, Eduardo, Génesis, Diego, Santiago, Matías y Damián...

Belarmino "Mino" Romero

Belarmino "Mino" Romero

Sep 7, 2025

March 6, 1946 – September 7, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mino Romero, who left us peacefully on September 7, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on March 6, 1946, in the quiet village of Nambe, New Mexico. Mino spent his entire life on the same cherished land where he was born. Deeply rooted in his...

Anthony "Tony" Trujillo

Anthony "Tony" Trujillo

Sep 6, 2025

Anthony "Tony" Trujillo

February 1962 – September 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our brother, Anthony "Tony" Trujillo, who passed away on September 6, 2025, at the age of 63.

Tony was preceded in death by his parents, Patrocinio Trujillo and Frances Fresquez, his sisters, Lorenza Martinez, Diana Fresquez and Sally Chavez.

He is survived by his brother Joseph Fresquez; sisters...

Ricardo Olveda

Ricardo Olveda

Sep 3, 2025

Ricardo Olveda, 32, falleció el miércoles 3 de Septiembre 2025. Nació el 1 de Diciembre 1992 en Española, hijo de Jesús y Verónica Olveda. Fue criado y residió en Alcalde. 

Ricardo vivió un increíble camino hacia la sobriedad. Se convirtió en un hombre maravilloso y vivió el mejor año de su vida sobrio, rodeado de su querida familia, que lo guió...

Johnny Villareal

Johnny Villareal

Sep 2, 2025

Courtesy Announcement

Johnny Villareal, of Alcalde, 61, passed away on September 2, 2025.

Johnny was a Harley Davidson enthusiast. For many years Johnny would participate in the Aspen Freedom Run & the Toy Run to help raise donations for the community.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Juan & Katie Villareal, brother Angelo Villareal and sister Abbie Villareal.

He is survived by...

Judyth "Judy" Garcia

Judyth "Judy" Garcia

Sep 1, 2025

Judyth "Judy" M. Garcia, born August 6, 1941, passed away on September 1, 2025, in Albuquerque, NM, surrounded by her loving family.

Judy was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She shared nearly 25 years of marriage with her husband, Joe L Garcia, making their home in Nambé. During her time there, she embraced the culture, built lasting friendships, and became...

Gabriel Tony Martinez

Gabriel Tony Martinez

Aug 31, 2025

Gabriel Martinez (True), age 34, Sunrise: July 26, 1991– Sunset: Sunday, August 31, 2025

Our beloved Gabe was a humble, loving, and gentle soul who touched the hearts of everyone who knew him.

Known for his unforgettable sense of humor, Gabe had a special gift for making his family laugh — a light-heartedness that will be deeply missed.

Gabriel found peace in the...

William Alfred Martinez

William Alfred Martinez

Aug 31, 2025

William Alfred Martinez (Willie), born August 3, 1946, and a lifelong resident of Medanales, New Mexico, passed away on August 31, 2025, at the age of 79.

William was born and raised in Medanales, where he devoted his life to family, community, and hard work.

He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Max I. and Ramona M. Garcia Martinez; his...

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