Father John Candido Rodriguez
Oct 31, 2024
FR. JOHN CANDIDO RODRIGUEZ
Father John Cándido Rodríguez passed away peacefully in his home in Corral de Piedra on October 31, 2024. He was born less than a mile away, in his parents’ home in Española, New Mexico on August 9, 1934. The son of Manuel D. Rodríguez and Lugardita Salazar Rodríguez, he was deeply rooted in this land and community that...
Lucy Maria Martinez
Oct 31, 2024
Lucy G. Martinez, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Lucy dedicated her life to her family and friends, known for her warmth, kindness, and ability to bring people together. She was born in Hernandez, New Mexico, on January 22, 1946, to...
Vivianita Vigil
Oct 31, 2024
Vivianita M. Vigil – Age 89, a resident of Nambe, NM, passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her husband Joe A Vigil of 53 years, her parents Demetrio and Eufracia Martinez, brothers Gerson and Adonaiso Martinez and sister Celina Lucero.
Vivianita was born and raised in Cordova, New Mexico. She drove the school bus for...
George Benavidez
Oct 30, 2024
George Benavidez 49, a resident of Ojo Caliente passed away unexpectedly on October 30, 2024.
George was preceded in death by his parents Bonifacio and Rose Benavidez, nephew Aaron Benavidez and brother-in-Law Mario Lovato.
George will always be remembered by his incredible musical talent in Northern New Mexico music, where he was the lead vocalist and keyboardist for Heritage and Especial and...
Eloy Salazar
Oct 28, 2024
Eloy A. Salazar, a resident of La Mesilla, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 28, 2024, at age 82 with his family at his side. He enjoyed many years spending time with his family, always smiling and making himself available to help his children and grandchildren after retiring from the Penitentiary of New Mexico.
He is preceded in death by his...
Lugarda "Luggie" Allard
Oct 28, 2024
Lugarda (Luggie) Rascon Allard, 82 of Chama, NM, passed away on October 11, 2024. Luggie was born on July 26, 1942, to Emma and Mike Rascon.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Robert (Bob) Allard; son, James Allard; and younger brother, Raymond Rascon.
Luggie is survived by her brothers and sisters-in-law: Mike Rascon (Nancy), Donald Rascon (Lucy), Frankie...
Ciria Borrego
Oct 26, 2024
Ciria Borrego, 89, a resident of Santa Cruz, NM, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, October 26, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her Parents, Rosario and Delfinia Martinez; her husband of 60 years, Santiago Leroy Borrego; Her sister Mabel McReynolds, Her brothers Paul Martinez, Gilbert Martinez, and Juan Martinez of La Puebla. Ciria is also preceded in death...
Jose L. (Ben) Martinez
Oct 25, 2024
Jose L. (Ben) Martínez, born November 25, 1942, a beloved figure of Española, sadly left our world on October 25, 2024, after a life richly lived in service and kindness. Known for his 48 years as a public school counselor and administrator, Jose was a beacon of light and hope in our community, enhancing lives through education around New Mexico....
Jose Ciriaco Herrera
Oct 25, 2024
Jose Ciriaco Herrera, beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather, Great Great-Grandfather, uncle, brother and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Los Pachecos, on October 24, 2024. Leaving behind many broken hearts. Jose was born in Buena Vista, Colorado to Benito Herrera and Teofila de Herrera de Urzua.
Jose Ciriaco Herrera met his soulmate Bernadita “Bernie” Guillen of Los Pachecos in...
Martha Vigil
Oct 24, 2024
Martha Vigil, was a resident of El Rito, NM, born on July 7, 1941, and passed away peacefully at home on Monday, October 14, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
Martha was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend. She was loved by many and will be missed.
Martha was preceded in death by her husband Frank Vigil Jr.;...
Maria Clorinda Martinez
Oct 22, 2024
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce that our beloved sister, Maria Clorinda Martinez, (Clory), age 94, left this world on October 22, 2024. She was a lifelong resident of El Guache, born on October 14,1930.
Clory was preceded in death by parents Ramon and Librada Martinez, siblings Elisa Lopez (Luis), Alfonso (Rumalda), Ramon (Maria), Robert (Grace),...
Linda Vigil-Grimes
Oct 22, 2024
Linda Vigil-Grimes, 67, died after a long medical battle. Linda was born on June 11, 1957, in Española, New Mexico, to Leo and Frances Vigil. She was the fourth of five children.
Linda led an amazing and full life. When younger, she loved working in her farm and orchard, spending time tending to the fruit trees she and her beloved husband...
Maria "Ruby" Knight
Oct 21, 2024
Ruby Knight, 83, of Los Alamos, NM, surrounded by her family, passed away on October 21, 2024, in her home. She was born on November 10, 1940, in Chimayo, New Mexico, from Andrita Martinez.
Ruby was an outstanding wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who loved all her family dearly. She enjoyed spending her time shopping, gambling at the casino and making...
Delia Trujillo
Oct 20, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear mother, Delia Trujillo from El Rancho, NM, on October 20, 2024, at the age of 98. Delia was known for her warm spirit, fun loving attitude and her unwavering love for her family. As a role model, mom held herself in high standards but expected others to...
Ricky Nicanor Trujillo
Oct 18, 2024
COURTESY ANNOUNCEMENT
Ricky Nicanor Trujillo, age 77, born in Taos, New Mexico, and a resident of Albuquerque, New Mexico, passed away on October 18, 2024.
He was preceded in death by his son, Derrick Trujillo and wife, JoAnn Trujillo. Mr. Trujillo served his country proudly in the United States Army where he was honorably discharged. He will be remembered for being a...
Maria "Amy" Sanchez
Oct 18, 2024
Amy was born September 12, 1932, in Fairview, New Mexico, to the late Esquipula and Corina Martinez. She was the oldest of five children.
She was preceded in death by her parents; Esquipula and Benita Martinez, Brothers Victor Martinez, Avaran Martinez, Albert Martinez and sister Corina Mainez. In-laws, Frank and Aurelia Sanchez; sister, Mary Rodriquez, Pauline Ledoux, Madeline Martinez and Lucy...
Filomeno L. Rodriguez
Oct 17, 2024
Filomeno Rodriguez, 79, of El Rito, NM, passed away on October 17, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.
He enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, hunting, going for wood and going to the casino. He especially loved spending time with his grandsons playing pool and cards. Filomeno worked at Northern New Mexico College for 32 years, retiring in 2012.
Filomeno was preceded...
Juanita DeAguero
Oct 17, 2024
Juanita DeAguero, 37, of Chimayo, NM, passed on October 12, 2024.
Juanita was preceded in death by her mother Ruby Herrera and her father Johnny DeAguero, her grandparents Sabinita and Pantaleon Herrera, Rosalia and Juan Antonio DeAguero, her aunts Edna and Linda Herrera, Maria DeAguero, her uncles Johnny, Tony and James Herrera, Carlos, Nelson and Randy DeAguero, Cousin Junior Romero and...
Filiberto Cristobal Martinez
Oct 16, 2024
Filiberto Cristobal Martinez
December 21, 1949 – October 16, 2024
Filiberto C. Martinez, age 74, a lifelong resident of Cordova, NM, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, following a lengthy illness. He was the youngest of 8 siblings.
He was preceded in death by his parents Octavio and Patrocinia Martinez; Grandfather Juan Martin Martinez; brothers, Adonil Martinez, Dennis Martinez, Jose Rubel...
Aristeo Chacon
Oct 16, 2024
Aristeo “Addie” Chacon
Aristeo Chacon, born and raised in Canon Plaza, passed away surrounded by his loving family on October 16, 2024, at the age of 84.
Aristeo was preceded in death by his wife Eileen and his twin sons Andrew and Anthony Chacon. His parents, Juan Pedro and Adonelia Chacon, siblings; Jose Bernabel, Isidoro “Chy”, Desiderio (Rose), and Bon Chacon, sister-in-law...
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