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Amada Rodriguez

Amada Rodriguez

Jan 5, 2019

Amada Rodriguez, 68, a resident of Ranchos De Taos, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on January 5, 2019.  Amada was preceded in death by her parents; Moises and Benancia Atencio, siblings; Minerva Archuleta, Umberto Atencio, Delilah Atencio, Esther Morales, Guadalupe Atencio, Rosina Valdez, and Larry Atencio. Amada was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and loved...

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Edalia "Dolly" Montoya

Edalia "Dolly" Montoya

Jan 5, 2019

EDALIA “DOLLY” MONTOYA, 69, a lifelong resident of Chili, passed away of a lengthy illness on Saturday, January 5, 2019. Edalia was preceded in death by her parents, Gabriel and Gregorita Chavez; brothers, Guillermo Hernan, Anurfo, and Manuel Chavez; nephew, Daniel Rendon. She loved sewing, shopping and baking, but especially loved her grandkids and her family. She will be...

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Claudinia (Claudia) Giron

Claudinia (Claudia) Giron

Jan 5, 2019

Claudinia (Claudia) A. Giron, a resident of La Mesilla, NM was called to be with her Heavenly Father on January 5, 2019. Claudia was a loving mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, neighbor and friend. Claudia loved dancing and enjoyed going for rides to see God’s beauty. She was full of life and always opened up her heart and home...

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Amos Duran

Amos Duran

Jan 5, 2019

Amos Duran, 51, a resident of El Rancho, went peacefully to be with the Lord on Saturday January 5, 2019. Amos was preceded in death by his parents, Fermin and Lillian Duran; daughter, Angel Morfin, Amos was one of the kindest, and loving person anyone can ever meet. His presence always lit up a room and brought everyone so much...

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Barbara Fitzgerald

Barbara Fitzgerald

Jan 4, 2019

Barbara K. Fitzgerald, 83, a resident of Los Alamos passed away unexpectedly on January 4th, 2019.  A full obituary and service information will be posted as soon as it becomes available. The family of Barbara K. Fitzgerald has entrusted their loved one to the DeVargas Funeral Home and Crematory of the Espanola Valley.  505-747-7477 www.devargasfuneral.com

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Diana Jackson

Diana Jackson

Jan 4, 2019

Diana Jackson, 76, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully after a brief illness.  Diana is survived by her husband William Jackson of Taos, along with other numerous relatives and friends. The family of Diana Jackson has entrusted their loved one to the caring staff of DeVargas Funeral Home and Crematory of the Espanola Valley. 505-747-7477 . www.devargasfuneral.com

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Max Lopez

Max Lopez

Jan 3, 2019

MAX LOPEZ, 79, born September 24, 1939, a resident of Chimayo, passed away on Thursday, January 3, 2019 following a brief illness. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Lopez; daughter, Dolores “Loli” Lopez; sons, Sammy and Benny Gene Lopez; parents, Evaristo and Eufemia Lopez and grandson, Juan Lopez. Max was known by many as “Macho”. He was...

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Jose Martinez

Jose Martinez

Jan 3, 2019

JOSE LORENZO MARTINEZ, 84, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 3, 2019 at his home in Chimayo. He was preceded in death by his sons, Raymond and Santiago Martinez; parents, Toribio and Celesa Martinez; in-laws, Ramon and Frances Padilla; brothers, Eluid, Hector and Orlando Martinez; sisters, Alycia Glass and Natalia Moya. Mr. Martinez is survived by his loving wife...

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Patricia (Patsy) Garcia

Patricia (Patsy) Garcia

Jan 2, 2019

PATRICIA (PATSY) ANN GARCIA , 69, a resident of Chama, was born November 14, 1949 and passed away on Wednesday, January 2, 2019. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jose N. and Reyes Garcia; nephew, Peter Lopez and sister-in-law, Emma Lopez. She was born in Roswell to Joe N. and Reyes Garcia. She worked in...

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Antonio "Tony" Romo

Antonio "Tony" Romo

Jan 1, 2019

ANTONIO ROMO, 48, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 1, 2019. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Eustacio and Carolina Romo and Felix Archuleta; father and mother-in-law, Manuel and Priscilla Martinez. Mr. Romo is survived by his wife of 29 years Peggy Romo; children, Renee and Antonio Romo; Parents Antonio and Roberta Romo;...

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Johannes Peglow

Johannes Peglow

Jan 1, 2019

JOHANNES F. PEGLOW, 65, a resident of Sevilleta, passed away at his home on Tuesday, January 1, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ursel and Friedrich Peglo; grandparents from Germany. Johannes was a retired heavy equipment operator who loved nature, reading, listening to music and telling stories of his life and his family’s life. He was a...

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Antonio Torres

Antonio Torres

Jan 1, 2019

Antonio Torres, 74, a resident of Cordova, passed away on Tuesday, January 1, 2019 following a lengthy illness and peacefully surrounded by his loving and caring family. He was preceded in death by his father, Leopoldo Torres; maternal grandparents, Luciano and Sophia Vigil; paternal grandparents, Julian and Rafaelita Torres and brother-in-law, Luis Lito Montoya, Jr. Mr. Torres is survived...

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Rudy Garcia

Rudy Garcia

Dec 29, 2018

Rudy Garcia, 65, a resident of La Madera, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 29, 2018. Rudy was preceded in death by his parents Felix and Erminia Garcia; siblings, Ruben Martinez, Cisenl Martinez, Manuel Martinez, Gilbert Garcia; infant brother, Jimmy Garcia, Anthony Garcia; niece, Crystal Garcia, nephews Ivan Garcia, James Garcia, and Adrian Garcia Jr. He is survived by...

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Johnny Ortega

Johnny Ortega

Dec 29, 2018

JOHNNY F. ORTEGA, 74, a resident of La Mesilla, was born on December 10, 1944 to Antonio Ortega and Luz Pena Ortega in La Madera. He passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, December 29, 2018. He was surrounded with many family and friends that sent much love and prayers. Johnny has a very dynamic and friendly personality. He...

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Robert Valdez

Robert Valdez

Dec 29, 2018

ROBERT VALDEZ, 70, a resident of Española, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 29, 2018 following a courageous battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carlos and Manuelita Valdez; brother, Phil Valdez; brother-in-law, Martin Martinez and nephews, Dominic Martinez and Adam Ortiz. Robert served in the US Army in the early 1970’s. He retired from the...

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Philly Roybal

Philly Roybal

Dec 28, 2018

Philly (Phil) Joe Roybal , 63, a resident of Pojoaque was born November 23, 1955, and passed away on Friday, December 28, 2018. He was preceded in death by his parents, Reynaldo and Leonardita (Nora) Roybal; brothers, Horacio, Eddie, Dan, and David Roybal; sister, Diane Ortiz; brothers-in-law, Derrick Esquibel, Sam Gonzales, Martin Trujillo, and Ruben Manzanares. Phil...

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Marie Naranjo

Marie Naranjo

Dec 26, 2018

Marie Patricia Naranjo, Kayo P'swa, 79, a resident of Ohkay Owingeh, passed away on Wednesday, December 26, 2018 with her loving family by her side. She is preceded in death by her parents, George and Fortuna Cata, son, Clifford Cata, daughter Sarah Viarreal, son-in-law Johnny Viarreal, brothers Bernard and Tommy Cata, sister Crucita Cruz, sister-in-law Margaret Cata, and ex-husband...

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Antonio Tony Ruiz

Antonio Tony Ruiz

Dec 25, 2018

ANTONIO “TONY” RUIZ, 82, a resident of Chimayo, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 25, 2018.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Jacob and Rita Ruiz; brother, Antonil Pacheco; grandson, Anthony G. Ruiz. Antonio retired from the Los Alamos National Laboratory and was an avid Cowboy Fan. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Susie Ruiz;...

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Ricky (Hector) Martinez

Ricky (Hector) Martinez

Dec 25, 2018

Ricky (Hector) Lee Martinez , age 60, a resident of Chimayo, born on September 10, 1958 and passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, December 25, 2018.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Hector and Dolores; brothers, Ronnie (Moosie) and baby brother, Carmen and nephew, Michael "Mikie" Esquibel.  Ricky was born in Montana, but resided...

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Bertha Maestas

Bertha Maestas

Dec 25, 2018

BERTHA M. MAESTAS , 83, a resident of Española passed away on Tuesday, December 25, 2018 following a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her husband, Orlando Maestas; son, Tomas Maestas and grandsons, Kevin D. Martinez, Nicolas Maestas; parents, Concepcion and Esther Martinez; brothers, Manuel, Eloy and Freddie Martinez. Bertha was retired from Jemez co-op...

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