Obituary Listing

Apr 22, 2019

Harold E. Sanchez , 39, a resident of Velarde, passed away on Monday, April 22, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold J. Sanchez and Mary Alice Lopez. Harold grew up ranching with his father and became an avid outdoorsman. Harold enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and working on cars. He always had a smile on...

Apr 21, 2019

Adelina V Morfin, 83, a resident of El Guache, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Easter Sunday April 21, 2019.  She was preceded in death by grandson Daniel Morfin; parents, Eliseo and Soraida Valdez; sister, Simmie Whiteside and daughter in law Linda Ann Morfin. Adelina is survived by her husband of 66 yrs. Jose Levi Morfin; children, Ronald (Blanca),...

Apr 21, 2019

DORENE R. MONDRAGON, 61, a resident of Española, previously of Rio Chama, passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2019, surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alejandro “Alex” Mondragon; paternal grandparents, Pedro and Beroniz Garcia; maternal grandparents, Juan and Raquel Salazar; brother, Richard Garcia; infant sister; in-laws, Maclovio and Floripa Mondragon...

Apr 20, 2019

FABIAN VELARDE, 32, was born September 26, 1986, a resident of Rio Chama, passed away on Saturday April 20, 2019 followed by his aunt, Dorene Mondragon. He was preceded in death by his father, Peter E. Velarde; great-grandparents, Peter and Mela Velarde, Eddie and Flora Rodriguez, Pedro and Beroniz Garcia, Juan and Raquel Salazar; grandfather, Jose Medardo Gallegos; uncles, Richard Garcia, Nicholas and Eddie Gallegos; aunt, Donna Gallegos; cousin, Reina Martinez. Everyone will remember...

Apr 20, 2019

Ruth C. Moya , 84, a resident of Taos, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on April 20, 2019.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Francisco Moya; parents, Tranquelino and Juanita Vigil; siblings, Tranquelino, Jr, Lucia Vigil, Isabel Abeyta, Viola Romero, Tessie Gordon, Duane Velasquez and Francis Vigil. Ruth worked many years at...

Apr 18, 2019

EVELYN ANN MARTINEZ, 71, a resident of Espanola passed away on Thursday April 18, 2019 of a lengthy illness surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hipolito and Sarah Gallegos; daughter, Annette Martinez, son, Isaac Martinez; ex-husband, Tommy Martinez; granddaughter, Jennifer Martinez, and great-granddaughter, Sarah Vasquez. Evelyn loved being outdoors, she loved gardening, her...

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.